SRINAGAR, AUGUST 12: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today felicitated the 79 Cyclists, who participated in the ‘Pedal for Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’ rally, organised by the Border Security Force. The Cycle rally was organised as a part of the 79th Independence Day celebrations.
The Cyclists comprising 40 local youth and 39 BSF Personnel covered 79 KMs (BSF Campus Bandipora-Manasbal- Sumbal-Shalateng-Hyderpora- Bakshi Stadium- Frontier HQ, BSF Kashmir, Humhama) and celebrated the core ideal of our India’s diversity, spirit of national unity, and fostered a sense of common identity.
The Lieutenant Governor congratulated the country’s first line of defence, BSF, for paying a befitting tribute to the brave soldiers and officers who have shown incredible valour, courage, and sacrifice to maintain the unity and integrity of the nation. He said the rally will also encourage the youth to join the BSF, the Army, and the Police Force.
“BSF’s ‘Pedal for Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’ rally passing through numerous towns and villages along the way inspired the young generation and reminded them about the vision of our founding fathers and their ideals of selfless service. It is a bounden duty of every citizen of J&K to pursue that path and build Jammu Kashmir of their dreams,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The Lieutenant Governor observed that all the cyclists are a living symbol of India’s enduring tradition of courage. He said, the 79 km symbolizes the 79 years of India’s independence, its journey in the last 79 years, and each cyclist represents the true power of society, and every soldier embodies the nation’s strength.
“From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, India is one. The heart and soul of 140 crore Indians are united, and we are a big family of 140 crore members. This spirit and bond of family must strengthen our unity. We must inculcate the spirit of ‘Nation First’ and every citizen must prioritize nation-building over personal interests,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The Lieutenant Governor called upon the young generation and people from all sections of society to self-introspect and take a pledge to dedicate themselves to the goal of Viksit Jammu Kashmir and Viksit Bharat.
The Lieutenant Governor also urged the society to be cautious and vigilant against the divisive elements who are trying to disrupt peace and social harmony. He further called upon the enlightened citizens and civil society members to participate in Har Ghar Tiranga Abhiyan, and encourage every family to be part of this Maha Yagya.