JAMMU: Governor N N Vohra today expressed concern for widows not receiving pensions. Speaking at the annual Armed Forces Flag Day ceremony held at Raj Bhavan here, Mr Vohra reiterated his concern for the widows who are not receiving pensions. He urged Brigadier Harcharan Singh (Retd), Director Sainik Welfare, to prepare district wise data in respect of such widows and Mr R K Goyal, Principal Secretary Home to explore the ways and means for providing suitable support to them.
The Governor also stressed the need for well planned initiatives being taken to ensure the welfare of our valiant soldiers, airmen and sailors in recognition of their enormous sacrifices for safeguarding the honour, glory, and safety of the Motherland. He observed that it is our moral responsibility to take special care of the families of our martyrs. The Governor made a contribution towards the Flag Day Fund.
The Governor also observed that the Rajya Sainik Board with suitable support from the State Home Department and Headquarters Northern Command, should initiate activities to provide opportunities for school children to be made aware about the role of the Defence Forces. (AGENCIES)
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