Excelsior Correspondent
BARAMULLA, Nov 7: Felicitation ceremony for relatives in the memory of Shaheed Mohd Maqbool Sherwani, who had sacrificed his life in saving the Baramulla Town from Pakistani raiders and Kabalies in 1947-48 operations was organised by local Rashtriya Rifles battalion of Dagger Gunners here today under the aegis of Dagger Division at Sherwani Hall with the aim to instill sense of nationalism amongst the people of the area.
The event commenced with opening speech by Abid Salam War, Chairman- Let’s Reach Foundation, followed by a small video clip showcasing the Saga of valour of the Lion of Baramulla. Later, Maj Gen Virendra Vats, GOC Dagger Division, addressed the audience and highlighted the importance of resistance given by Shaheed Mohd Maqbool Sherwani till the time the troops of 1 SIKH (now 4 MECH INF) reached and saved the Baramulla town.
GOC also emphasized on revival of legacy of Shaheed Mohd Maqbool Sherwani by the present youth of Kashmir. Vats then felicitated family members of Shaheed Mohd Maqbool Sherwani by presenting shawl and gifts as token of gratitude and appreciation, who in turn expressed their humility and thanked the Indian Army for remembering the sacrifice of Shaheed Maqbool.
Later, GOC interacted with all the guests and other prominent personalities of town from Municipal Council and Panchayats over tea. Awam present during the felicitation ceremony appreciated the event as it will go a long way in recognition of the sacrifices of real Martyrs of Kashmir as also educate the younger generation about the same.
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