Excelsior Correspondent
MENDHAR, Apr 26: Bhimber Gali Brigade and the local population of Mendhar got together to commemorate the supreme sacrifice made by six gallant sons of the soil, while assisting the Army on the war front during the 1965 Indo-Pak conflict.
The annual ‘Shahidi Diwas’ at Mendhar marks the recognition and gratitude of the Army to these brave civilians who laid down their lives in the service to the nation as well as the continued commitment of the civilian population to work hand in hand with the Army to thwart any nefarious designs of the enemy.
The ceremony included wreath laying at the Shahid Smarak by the chief guest, Commander BG Brigade, followed by patriotic songs by school children and people of the area.
Commander, Bhimber Gali Brigade, while addressing the gathering, saluted the indomitable courage of these martyrs and impressed upon the public to emulate the rich and gallant legacy left behind by these patriots. The ceremony ended with presentation of gifts to next of kins of the martyrs by the chief guest.
As a run up to the main event a ‘Know Your Army’ exhibition was also organised wherein various weapons and equipments of the Army were displayed.
During the exhibition informative stalls with details on recruitment into the Armed forces were displayed and school children were given guidance about the same. Career profile of a number of sons of soils were also projected as a source of motivation. A volleyball tournament was also organised for local youth which received overwhelming response.
As a welfare measure, a health check up camp was also organised during the event wherein basic Medical check up was carried out for the local populace.
The encouraging response and willing participation by the locals reflected their support and oneness for the national cause. This event was attended by officers of the District and Tehsil administration and other prominent citizen.
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