Inaugurates several local projects
Excelsior Correspondent
SAMBA, Oct 27: Pradesh BJP vice president and MLA, Surjeet Singh Slathia today paid glowing tribute to Brig (retd) Rajinder Singh, the dedicated and highly decorated Dogra warrior of the Maharaja Hari Singh’s Army, saying that his strong resistance to Pakistani raiders will always inspire those loving their beloved motherland.
“Mahavir Chakra recipient warrior made the nation in general and the Duggarland in particular proud by his supreme sacrifice and left an indelible mark of heroism that remains the golden chapter of our military history”, Slathia said while speaking at a homage giving function on the Shaheedi Diwas of Brigadier Rajinder Singh at village Rajinder Pura, Vijaypur, Samba.
Slathia said the sacrifice of Brig. Rajinder Singh and his valiant men to save Kashmir from Pakistan marauders and subsequent supreme sacrifice this day in 1947 defending the integrity and sovereignty of the nation in Kashmir during most testing times has been a guiding force for the compatriots to remain at the forefront and foil the machinations of the enemy. The indebted nation has all along been bowing its head with respect and deep esteem for the saviour of Kashmir, he said, adding that his martyrdom will continue to inspire generations for serving the nation in whatever capacity they can.
Slathia said this is also an occasion to remember the martyrdom of brave-hearts, who continue to sacrifice their lives for the nation. The biggest homage to great heroes is to create a strong and stable nation wherein people live in peace and harmony. He lauded the patriotic spirit of the people in remembering the great son of soil, saying this reflects their love and esteem for the warrior.
Earlier, Slathia also inaugurated the drain on link road from Mandi Udh Gurha Slathian to Badwal, constructed by PWD at a cost of Rs 14 lakh, repair and renovation of three class rooms of High School Rajinderpura, carried out at a cost of Rs 9 lakhs, repair and renovation of PHC Gurha Slathian completed under Health District Plan at a cost of Rs 8 lakh upgradation of Gurha Slathian Library completed at a cost of Rs 9.57 lakh and construction of link road from Mandi Udh to the house of Mohan Singh estimated cost Rs 25 lakh.
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