‘Will give enemy a fitting response’
*Entire world witnessing UT’s transformation
Sanjeev Pargal
JAMMU, Aug 14: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said today that India has now drawn a new red line under which any act of terror will be considered as an act of war and we will give the enemy a fitting response as he called for taking pledge on the occasion of Independence Day to make Jammu and Kashmir terror-free.
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“India has drawn a new red line. Any act of terror will be considered as an act of war and we will give the enemy a fitting response. On this day, let us also take a pledge to foil the efforts of terrorists and dismantle entire ecosystem of terrorism to make Jammu and Kashmir terror-free,” Sinha said in a message on the eve of 79th Independence Day.
He thanked armed forces, brave soldiers, security, intelligence agencies and every personnel involved in ‘Operation Sindoor’ for their bravery and commitment to avenge the Pahalgam terror attack.
Twenty six civilians including 25 tourists and a local were killed in Pahalgam terror attack on April 22. The LG paid tribute to civilian martyrs who were brutally killed by Pakistan-backed terrorists in Pahalgam.
“It is also a day to salute our valiant soldiers of Army, CRPF and Jammu and Kashmir Police for successful ‘Operation Mahadev’ and send them good wishes for their dedication in the service of nation,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
Three dreaded Pakistani terrorists involved in Pahalgam terror attack were killed by security forces in Lidwas area of Srinagar few days back. The search operation to kill the Pahalgam attackers was named ‘Operation Mahadev’.
Sinha also offered gratitude to Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Jammu Kashmir Police saying their eternal vigil and protection of every citizen under challenging circumstances have ushered in peace enabling all of us to work towards future progress, prosperity and inclusive development of the Union Territory.
“In the past five years, my effort was to build Jammu and Kashmir of Mahatma Gandhi’s dream. We have excelled in many areas. Kashmir is now connected to India’s rail network and the dream of Kashmir to Kanyakumari rail connectivity is now a reality. Industrial development has taken deep roots,” the Lieutenant Governor, who completed five years in office on August 6, said.
Sinha quoted Mahatma Gandhi as saying “I will work for an India where the poorest of the poor feel that this country belongs to them and that they have a major role in its construction”.
The Lieutenant Governor said the benefits of unprecedented economic growth have reached all sections of society.
“Ease of living has been ensured for both urban and rural population. Women, youth and farmers have been empowered. Entire world is witnessing transformation of Jammu and Kashmir and it is my firm belief that with collective participation of people we will create a bright and peaceful Jammu and Kashmir,” he added.
Sinha said: “Let all of us reaffirm our commitment to work shoulder to shoulder and build a Viksit Bharat. I appeal to all to contribute their fullest to this momentous task”.
Asserting that remembrance of martyrdom of our freedom fighters and founding fathers of the nation will forever live on in our hearts, the Lieutenant Governor said their sacrifices have left a lasting impression that transcends time and will always inspire us.
He also referred to the cloudburst tragedy at Chashoti in Kishtwar district saying his heart goes out to the affected families.
“I am devastated by this natural calamity and express my condolences to the bereaved families. We are working with the whole of Government approach to bring the situation under control and provide all necessary assistance to the affected families,” Sinha said.
He extended felicitations to farmers, workers, teachers, professionals, scientists, business communities, youth and Nari Shakti for their tremendous contributions towards socio-economic growth of Jammu Kashmir.
I have full faith in their abilities in building Viksit Bharat. The 21st Century is a century of India and Jammu Kashmir is deeply connected to the aspirations of our great nation.Tiranga yatra is now one of our biggest festivals and entire Jammu Kashmir participates in Har Ghar Tiranga Abhiyan. The patriotic fervor andinvolvement of men, women, youths and senior citizens holding the glorious tricolour across the UT is an inspiration for the country,” Sinha said.
He said Jammu Kashmir has received a strong development thrust in the past five years and we have built a Union Territory which is prosperous, peaceful, just, humane and treating all its citizens as equal. Democracy has become stronger in the Union Territory. Today, Jammu Kashmir is on the move full of self-confidence and ready to contribute in nation building. We are marching together with just one identity as Indian and determined to serve Mother India till the last breath,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
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