Full Dress Rehearsal For Independence Day-2024 Held Across Kashmir Valley
Wasim Majnoon Mir
Srinagar, August 13: Ahead of the Independence Day celebrations, J&K Police and security forces besides students from various schools and colleges had a full-dress rehearsal of Independence Day parade today across the Kashmir valley.
Various contingents of J&K Police, J&K Armed Police, Home Guards, Fire & Emergency Services, Forest Protection Forces, IRP, CAPFs, NCC Cadets & students from different schools participated in full dress rehearsal for the Independence Day parade. The ceremonies also included a series of captivating cultural performances by school students and local artists, which infused these events with a vibrant and festive atmosphere. These performances not only celebrated the region’s rich cultural heritage but also emphasized the importance of Independence Day.
In Srinagar, a colourful full-dress rehearsal & cultural programmes were held at Bakshi Stadium Srinagar where Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Shri Vijay Kumar Bidhuri and Inspector General of Police Kashmir Zone Shri VK Birdi-IPS were chief of guests. Div Com Kashmir hoisted the tricolor and took the salute from the march past.
In Kupwara, full-dress rehearsal was held at Parade Ground, DPL Kupwara. The Parade was presided by ADC Kupwara Shri Rouf Rehman accompanied by ASP Kupwara Shri Gh Mohd Bhat-JKPS, took the salute and hoisted the national flag. A wreath-laying ceremony was also held at the Martyrs Memorial to pay homage to the brave martyrs besides, colourful cultural programmes were also held.
In Pulwama, A full dress rehearsal for Independence Day 2024 was held at District Police Lines (DPL) Pulwama today. Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Pulwama hoisted the National Flag and took salute at the march past.
The parade was attended by senior officers and featured contingents from various security forces and schools. The participants showcased their marching skills and discipline, and the event was marked by patriotic fervor.
The rehearsal was followed by a colorful cultural program, which included performances by local artists and students. The program showcased the rich cultural heritage of the region and added to the festive atmosphere.
The rehearsal was held to ensure that all arrangements are in place for the smooth conduct of the Independence Day celebrations on August 15, 2024.
In Kulgam, the full dress rehearsal was held at District Police Lines Kulgam where Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Kulgam, Bashir Ahmad Wani hoisted the tricolor, took the salute at the march-past and inspected the parade.
The march-past was presented by the contingents of JKP, CRPF and students of various schools.
In his address, the ADDC highlighted the historical background of the day and also listed the achievements and progress made in various schemes/ programmes by various departments in the district.
The full dress rehearsal also witnessed a colorful cultural show presented by the students, who also presented patriotic songs and folk dance.
The event was also attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Vikar Ahmad Giri; ACD, CEO, Dy-SPs, Executive Engineer R&B, besides other district and sectoral officers.
In Bandipora, the full dress rehearsal for the Independence Day celebrations-2024 was successfully conducted across the district, with meticulous arrangements and enthusiastic participation from all stakeholders.
The main function of the full dress rehearsal was held at SK Stadium Bandipora where Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Bandipora, Mohammad Ashraf Bhatt hoisted the National Flag, inspected the parade, and took the salute at the march-past.
The parade contingents included CRPF 3rd battalion, J&K Executive Police, J&K-IRP, JKP Women Platoon District Police Bandipora, J&K Fire and Emergency, SPOs, Home Guard, NCC, Army Goodwill School Bandipora, High School Bagh, Higher Secondary Quil Muqam, Gujjar & Bakerwal Hostel, Space Age Model School, Higher Secondary Aloosa, Higher Secondary Aragam, Higher Secondary School Nadihal, HSS Arin, and IDPS, followed by the Police Band Group.
In his address, ADDC highlighted the importance of Independence Day celebrations and presented the developmental profile of the district. He emphasized that the district administration, along with all departments, is working in mission mode for the welfare of the public and the implementation of government schemes at the grassroots level.
Bhatt expressed satisfaction with the preparedness and encouraged all participants to maintain the same level of enthusiasm and discipline for the main event.
ADC Bandipora Umar Shafi Pandit, ACR Bandipora, ACD, DySP DAR, DIO and heads of various departments, district officers, along with senior officers were present at the event.
A full dress rehearsal function was also held at the Mini Secretariat Bandipora, where Assistant Commissioner Revenue hoisted the National flag. All the panchayats and blocks of the district also witnessed full dress rehearsal functions, including Sub Division Sumbal and Gurez.
In Shopian, a full dress rehearsal in the run up to the 78th Independence Day celebrations was held with great enthusiasm amid vibrant participation of people at District Police Lines, Shopian.
Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Dr.Zakir Hussain Faaz hoisted the National Flag, inspected the parade and took salute at March Past from the contingents of Police, CRPF, Fire & Emergency, Forest, Homeguards, NCC and students from different schools of the district.
The ADC in his address appreciated and expressed gratitude towards the national heroes who contributed in the cherished history of the nation due to which values of unity, diversity, and inclusivity that our nation stands for, flourished.
He commended the district administration, security forces, and participants for their hard work and dedication for their services in the district.
On the occasion, colourful cultural shows were presented by the students featuring varied art performances depicting the rich cultural norms of the society.
District heads of different departments and Police and Paramilitary forces were also present on the occasion, besides hundreds of employees, general public and students.
