SRINAGAR, AUGUST 13: In a vibrant display of patriotism and unity, the full-dress rehearsal for the much-anticipated 78th Independence Day celebrations on August 15 unfolded today across Kashmir.
This rehearsal, the culmination of weeks of dedicated practice, organized across all district headquarters of Kashmir offered a sneak peek into the grand spectacle set to dazzle the Vale on a momentous day to exhibit the pride of the nation.
On the occasion, rich tributes were paid to the leaders, freedom fighters, and martyrs who made countless sacrifices for the freedom of the country. Glorifying their contributions, it was said that it is the result of their supreme efforts that we are living in a free country.
In Srinagar, the full dress rehearsal was held at Bakshi Stadium Srinagar where Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri hoisted the National Flag, inspected parade contingents, and took salute at March Past from the Parade Commander and various Contingents.
The full dress rehearsal exhibited the overall preparation of the administration regarding the celebration of Independence Day at the main venue in Kashmir Division.
Addressing the gathering, the Div Com highlighted the meticulous arrangements made for the participants of I-Day at Bakhshi Stadium including seating arrangements, facilities for drinking water, sanitation, and toilets.
He also spoke about developmental achievements, increasing road connectivity, supply of electricity to Gurez through the power grid, the progress of Jal Shakti Schemes, online services, and JK Samadhan Portal to monitor grievances.
Further, he said J&K is emerging as a leader on the developmental front in the nation as the GDP has doubled in the last few years.
On the occasion, the contingents of the BSF Brass Band, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, JKP, JKAP, IRP, Women Police, SDRF, Fire & Emergency, Forest Protection Force, Police Pipe Band, Brass Band participated in the parade. The contingents were led by Parade Commander SSP, Khalil Ahmad Poswal, Commandant JKAP 9th Bn.
While student contingents of Sainik School Manasbal, NCC Group Boys Srinagar, NCC Group Girls Srinagar, Government Girls High Secondary School Nishat, Police Public School Boys Srinagar, Govt Girls Higher Secondary School Kothibagh, Government Girls Higher Secondary School Nawakadal and Kashmir Harvard Higher Secondary School, Srinagar also participated in the parade of Full Dress Rehearsal.
Given I-Day, various cultural programs were presented by the Academy of Art Culture & Languages, J&K Sports Council, and Department of Social Welfare which showcased the spirit of Nationalism and Patriotism besides displaying the cultural diversity of the nation and Jammu & Kashmir to highlight the thriving democracy.
Besides, IGP Kashmir, VK Birdi; IGP Central Kashmir Range, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Additional Commissioner Kashmir, SSP Srinagar, ADCs of Srinagar, Senior officers of CRPF, BSF, other security agencies and officers of Divisional and District Administration were present on the occasion.
In Anantnag, the full dress rehearsal was held at Shaheed Himayun Muzzamil Memorial Government Degree College Anantnag, where Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Anantnag, Abdul Aziz Sheikh took the salute at the march past.
The march past was presented by the contingents from CRPF, J&K Police, Home Guards, J&K Police Band, Fire & Emergency, NCC and various schools. On the occasion, colorful cultural programs on patriotic themes were presented by the students from various educational institutions.
