Jammu- Hailing armed forces for playing a crucial role in combating terrorism and creating a safe and secure environment for the people of Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Saturday that it is our collective responsibility to look after the families of martyrs, who have sacrificed their lives for the country.
Sinha made these remarks at Raj Bhawan where Army veterans and office bearers of Sainik Welfare Department, J&K were hosted for the customary Armed Forces Flag pinning.
Armed Forces Flag Day is observed on December 7 every year to honour the martyrs and express gratitude to soldiers protecting the integrity and sovereignty of the nation
The LG paid tributes to the martyrs and expressed gratitude to the men and women in the uniform, who are valiantly and selflessly fighting to safeguard the country’s honour, integrity and sovereignty.
He also appealed to all citizens to generously contribute to the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund for welfare and rehabilitation of ex-servicemen, Veer Naris and martyrs’ families.
“In J&K, Armed Forces are playing a crucial role in combating terrorism to create a safe and secure environment for people. It is our collective responsibility to look after the families of Martyrs who have sacrificed their lives for the country,” Sinha added
Brig. Gurmeet Singh Shan, Director, Sainik Welfare Department, J&K pinned the Armed Forces Flag on the jacket of the LG.
He briefed Sinha on the initiatives of the Department including the enhancement of daughter marriage grant, introduction of widow re-marriage grant and other welfare endeavours for the Veterans, Veer Naris, dependents and serving Armed Forces personnel.
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