Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Mar 14: Jammu Kashmir Vichar Manch organized “Samoohik Shivratri Mahotsava” in Mavlankar Auditorium, New Delhi in which Dr Nirmal Singh, former Deputy Chief Minister J&K and BJP Legislature Party leader was the chief guest and Surender Ambardar, MLC was the guest of honour.
Speaking on the occasion Dr. Nirmal Singh assured the displaced community of every possible help in mitigating the problems faced by it. Praising the resilience of the community even in adversity, he stressed the need to inculcate values based on civilization ethos of Kashmir-the land of Shiva. Dr. Singh underlined the strong bonds of unity and the sense of belonging among over 100 crore strong Hindu society of India and around 6 crore Hindus living across the globe. These bonds need to be further nourished, he added.
Dr. Nirmal Singh, expressed optimism about the intentions and ability of the BJP led NDA Government in ensuring return and rehabilitation of the displaced community in valley. He praised the efforts of JKVM in preserving and propagation of cultural among youngsters. Exhibition on the struggle of “26 years of exile of KP community” was highly appreciated by him.
Function started with children’s competitions in various categories like on spot painting, Kashmiri Speaking (Lalita Koul Sahib Memorial award), the best talent child in Singing, dancing and instrumentation named Gaashtarukh or the community star.
Surender Ambardar, MLC demanded Fact Finding Committee for the turmoil which happened on 1989 -1990.
Sanjay Ganjoo, president JKVM in his welcome address presented the report of activities organised by JKVM during last year.
Lalitaditya Shorya Samman for exceptional act of valour for security and defence of the country was presented to Kuldeep Khoda Chief Vigilance Commissioner of J&K and former DGP of the State for his outstanding contribution towards national security as the most successful Director General of Police J&K.
Omkar Nath Bhat (Shabnam) was felicitated with Pt. Krishnajoo Razdan Saraswati Samman for outstanding performance in the field of literature.
Shryabhat Kirti Samman for substantial and notable contribution to the social cause was awarded to two great dignitaries of the community: Chaman Lal Gadoo for their outstanding service to the community.
Pt Tika Lal Taploo Memorial Award for contributing substantially to the cause of community and civilizational ethos of Kashmir was given to Surender Ambardar for his outstanding contribution towards Nationalistic work in Kashmir .
Yashaskar Samman for substantial and notable contribution to the cause of the community was Awarded to Sanjay Dhar.
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