Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Aug 4: A mesmerizing ‘Light and Sound Show’ conceived by the Army for public viewing was organized at Balidan Stambh this evening.
The show was attended by gallant veterans, serving persons, NCC cadets, media persons and families of Army and Police.
The construction of the monumental war memorial was completed in the year 2009 and is open for public viewing. Balidan Stambh signifies National Integration and the time tested lineage between the people of Jammu & Kashmir and the Indian Armed Forces.
The show has been initiated to highlight martyrdom and the supreme sacrifice of military, police and civilians on the soil of J&K, upholding the sanctity of our borders and sovereignty of the nation.
It encompasses the wars fought by India since its independence for protecting its frontiers in J&K and covers the Indo Pak wars of 1948, 1965, 1971, Kargil War 1999 and the China India War 1962.
The illumination of 60 meter high tower, symbolizing a bayoneted rifle, in the centre of the sanctum sanctorum, along with the live commentary, creates an atmosphere of pride, elan and belongingness.
The show concluded with the National Anthem, which moistened the eyes and touched the soul of the spectators.
The show has been organised by the Army and will be open to the public on every Wednesday and Saturday evenings and is expected to attract spectators from across the Nation including tourists, who visit the historic temple city of Jammu.
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