SRINAGAR, JANUARY 24: Ahead of the 76th Republic Day, full dress rehearsal functions were held on Friday across all the districts of Kashmir, giving a glimpse of the grand spectacle to unfold on Friday.
The rehearsal is a precursor to the actual Republic Day parade scheduled to be held on January 26.
At Srinagar, a full dress rehearsal function was conducted at Bakshi Stadium Srinagar where Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri unfurled the National Flag, took a salute at the March Past, and inspected the Parade & Band contingents.
Addressing the occasion, the Div Com highlighted developmental and administrative achievements of the region, pedaling J&K on the path of peace, progress, and prosperity.
While mentioning the recent inauguration of the Sonmarg Tunnel by the Prime Minister, the Div Com said that the Tunnel will ensure round-the-clock road connectivity to Sonmarg which will boost tourism.
Bidhuri expressed confidence that the proposed railway connection from Kashmir to Kanyakumari would be realized shortly.
He also recounted the successful hosting of the Kashmir Marathon in Srinagar & Legends League Cricket at Bakhshi Stadium as the achievements of the Administration to promote peace and create opportunities for youth.
Bidhuri took pride in the successful and peaceful conduct of the Lok Sabha & Assembly elections last year attributing the credit to the Police, Security Forces, Civil Administration, and voters.
Speaking regarding the delivery of essential services, Div Com stated that the administration has promptly restored essential services including electricity & water supply within the shortest possible time during disruptions caused by snow recently.
While highlighting the challenges, Div Com said that the administration has intensified its campaign to combat the drug menace to save youth from becoming victims of drugs.
Different contingents of BSF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, JKAP, IRP, Women Contingent, SDRF, Fire & Emergency, Forest Protection Force, NCC contingents, Pipe band, Brass band, and Students from different Schools participated in the march past parade.
IGP, Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Birdi; DIG Central Kashmir, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, SSP Srinagar, SSP Traffic Srinagar, SSP Traffic Rural, SSP Security, Senior officers other security agencies including CRPF, BSF, NDRF besides HODs & staff of Divisional & District Offices were present on the occasion.
Meanwhile, colorful theme-based cultural programs are performed by students & artists to add to the fervor of enthusiastic celebrations of Republic Day.
At Ganderbal, a full dress rehearsal in connection with the forthcoming 76th Republic Day was held in Qamaria Stadium here.
Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Shyambir unfurled the tricolor, took the salute at the march-past, inspected the parade, and expressed satisfaction over the arrangements made by various departments for the hassle-free celebration of the national event at the venue here.
The march-past was presented by the contingents of JKP, JKAP, JKP (Ladies) CRPF, SSB, PTS Manigam, SPO Ganderbal, Home Guard, and students of various schools.
The Full Dress Rehearsal witnessed a colorful cultural show by the students who also presented patriotic songs and folk dance.
In his address, the DC complimented all civil departments and District Police engaged in preparations for a hassle-free celebration of 76th Republic Day.
The event was witnessed by ADC, Gulzar Ahmad; CPO, ACR, GM DIC besides other district officers from the civil and police departments.
At Anantnag, the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day celebrations was conducted today at Shaheed Himayun Muzzamil Memorial Government Degree College, Anantnag, where Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC), Abdul Aziz Sheikh took the salute at the march past.
The full dress rehearsal featured an impressive march past by contingents from the CRPF, J&K Police, Home Guards, J&K Police Band, Fire & Emergency Services, NCC, and students from various schools. Adding vibrancy to the event students from various educational institutions presented colorful cultural programs on patriotic themes, showcasing their talent and national pride.
In his address, the ADDC highlighted the rich history of Republic Day. He underscored the significant achievements of the Anantnag district in various priority sectors under the District Capex Budget, MGNREGA, and rural development initiatives besides Macadamization and road connectivity projects, Social Welfare schemes, Self-employment programs, Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) and creation of durable and sustainable assets.