JAMMU, JANUARY 30: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today said Mahatma Gandhi’s principles are shaping a new Jammu Kashmir, which has been a victim of violence and terrorism for more than three decades
“Mahatma Gandhiji’s principles are shaping a new Jammu Kashmir, which has been a victim of violence and terrorism for more than three decades. Following the ideals of Bapu, the UT of J&K is today creating its new identity as a land of peace, harmony, and brotherhood,” he said.
He was paying tributes to the Father of the Nation on his death anniversary today.
He attended the solemn event organized by the Gandhi Global Family, J&K, and honored the family members of freedom fighters, martyrs, social activists, and NGOs for their exemplary contribution to nation-building.
He said the hymns of Mahatma Gandhi, his message of truth, non-violence, simplicity, and equality of all human beings are creating a new consciousness among the people. The annual Shanti Yatra dedicated to spreading Bapu’s ideals across Union Territory is inspiring and guiding people towards peace and unity, he observed.
The Lt Governor said, Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji is fulfilling Bapu’s dream of self-reliant villages and empowered rural India.
“He has ensured empowerment of youth, women, farmers and marginalized section of society,” the Lt Governor observed.
The Lt Governor appreciated the endeavors of the Gandhi Global Family J&K, all the organizations and individuals who are working towards promoting Gandhian values and spreading the noble message of Truth and Non-Violence.
Padma Dr. SP Varma, President Gandhi Global Family J&K; B.R Sharma, Election Commissioner J&K; senior officials; ex-Servicemen; family members of the martyrs and freedom fighters, prominent citizens, social workers and youth were present.
Earlier, a two-minute silence was observed at the Civil Secretariat as a mark of respect to the Father of the Nation and the martyrs who made supreme sacrifice in the struggle for India’s freedom.
