J&K Lt Guv Manoj Sinha’s Republic Day message: Unite against terrorism, drug menace

Unfurled the Tricolour and took salute of the parade on the occasion of 75th Republic Day celebrations at MA Stadium, Jammu. Sharing my speechhttps://t.co/TwUdoYl2Fv pic.twitter.com/mMXpBZhtiv

— Office of LG J&K (@OfficeOfLGJandK) January 26, 2024

“Our first resolution for 2024 is to lay the foundation of a new society for the new generation which is energised with new skills, modern knowledge and plethora of resources, together contributing in the rapid progress of the country,’’ he said.

Pointing out that Indian culture says that a brave person never perishes, he called upon every generation to unite and support the government in building Jammu and Kashmir or their dreams.

Glimpses from 75th Republic Day Celebrations at MA Stadium Jammu. pic.twitter.com/Ul4GJXBzvQ

— Office of LG J&K (@OfficeOfLGJandK) January 26, 2024

“Let us build a Jammu and Kashmir where youth get equal opportunities, where women-led development paves the pathways for unprecedented economic growth and social stability. Let us move into a new future with unity, peace and commitment,’’ he added.

He assured the people that his government, with firm resolve, will pursue incredible opportunities for everyone so that they can shape their own destiny, and discover new aspirations.

Sinha described drug abuse among the youth as “our biggest challenge today” and said that “we must come together to tackle it”.

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— Office of LG J&K (@OfficeOfLGJandK) January 26, 2024

Listing measures taken by his administration for all-round development and welfare of the people, he said that Jammu and Kashmir today is “full of self-confidence” and “we are determined to fulfil the expectations of common man”.

Extending his heartfelt greetings to the people of the UT, Sinha also paid tributes to the brave souls, freedom fighters, and policymakers whose sacrifices and vision paved the way for building this nation.

He also paid homage to the bravehearts of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, armed forces, and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) who laid down their lives to safeguard the unity and integrity of the nation.

Paid tributes to the brave martyrs of Police, Army and CAPFs. The nation will forever remain indebted to the brave hearts for their supreme sacrifice in safeguarding the unity, integrity and sovereignty of the motherland. pic.twitter.com/GIrLbLL1Je

— Office of LG J&K (@OfficeOfLGJandK) January 26, 2024

“I salute the courageous soldiers who are guarding our borders in the snow-clad mountains and dense forests, whose sacrifices, valour, and unwavering determination have ensured the pride of our beloved tricolour,” he said.

“This great republic has been strengthened by the collective hard work and toil of farmers, soldiers, women, scientists, teachers, doctors, engineers, labourers, artisans, artists, and indigenous communities,” he added.