Srinagar, Aug 12 (KNO): Terming the barbaric Pahalgam terror attack orchestrated by Pakistan as unforgettable, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday warned that any future misadventure by the neighbouring country would invite a very heavy price.
Felicitating the 79 cyclists, who participated in the 'Pedal for Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' rally, organised by Border Security Force, to mark 79th Independence Day celebrations,
LG Sinha, according to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) hailed the security forces for avenging the barbaric terror attack, which left 26 civilians, mostly tourists dead, through ‘Operation Sindoor’ and ‘Operation Mahadev,’ but cautioned that Jammu and Kashmir must remain prepared. “If the terrorist state of Pakistan spills the blood of our people in the future, it must be ensured that it gets a befitting reply,” he asserted.
“If the terrorist country Pakistan sheds the blood of our citizens, then it will have to pay a very heavy price,” he said.
While felicitating the cyclists LG Sinha said, “ BSF's 'Pedal for Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' rally passing through numerous towns and villages along the way inspired the young generation and reminded them about the vision of our founding fathers and their ideals of selfless service. It is a bounden duty of every citizen of J&K to pursue that path and build Jammu Kashmir of their dreams.”
The Lieutenant Governor said, “All the cyclists are a living symbol of India's enduring tradition of courage. He said, the 79 kms symbolize the 79 years of India's independence, its journey in the last 79 years and each cyclist represents the true power of society, and every soldier embodies the nation's strength.”
“From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, India is one. The heart and soul of 140 crore Indians are united and we are a big family of 140 crore members. This spirit and bond of family must strengthen our unity. We must inculcate the spirit of ‘Nation First’ and every citizen must prioritize nation-building over personal interests,” he said.
The Lieutenant Governor called upon the young generation and people from all sections of society to self-introspect and take a pledge to dedicate themselves to the goal of Viksit Jammu Kashmir and Viksit Bharat.
The Lieutenant Governor also urged the society to be cautious and vigilant against the divisive elements who are trying to disrupt peace and social harmony.
He further called upon the enlightened citizens and civil society members to participate in Har Ghar Tiranga Abhiyan, and encourage every family to be part of this Maha Yagya.
IG BSF Kashmir Frontier, Ashok Yadav; IG STC BSF Kashmir, Solomon Yash Kumar Minz; Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Dr Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat; SSP Budgam Nikhil Borkar, other senior officials of BSF, civil and police administration, cyclists, and youth in large number were present at the felicitation ceremony—(KNO)