Spl Story;Bhaderwah Witnesses Massive Participation in 77th Republic Day Celebrations Despite Cold Wave, security beefed, celebration held with Simplicity Slug-2601ZS_BHD_RDAY_SNOW_R By Raja Rehber Jamal Location-Bhaderwah Anchor:Braving inclement weather and bone-chilling cold, a huge turnout was recorded during the 77th Republic Day celebrations in Bhaderwah on Monday amid tight security arrangements, reflecting strong patriotic spirit among the people. This year celebration remain simple with only March past and hoisting of National flag as cultural events were canceled in view of recent Army vehicle Accident in Bhaderwah, in which 10 Jawans were martyred and 11 others were injured. The main function of the Republic Day celebrations was held at New Bus Stand, Kotli Bhaderwah, where Additional Deputy Commissioner Bhaderwah, Sunil Kumar Bhutiyal, was the chief guest, while Tehsildar Bhaderwah Kamalpreet Singh presided over the function. All India Radio (Aakashwani) Bhaderwah also hoisted the flag, where flag hoisting was conducted by Assistant Director Engineering Wing Sukhbir Singh. Programme Executive AIR Bhaderwah Pawan Kumar and others were also present on the occasion. ADC Bhaderwah hoisted the Tricolour and took salute from the march-past contingents comprising Jammu and Kashmir Police, NCC cadets and school children. The programme commenced with the singing of the National Anthem. SP Bhaderwah Vinod Sharma, BMO Bhaderwah Dr Varsha Sharma, CDPO Bhaderwah Farhat Shamim Khan, Naib Tehsildar Paramjeet Singh and others were present on the occasion. All government offices across Bhaderwah subdivision also hoisted the National Flag at their respective premises to mark the occasion. Addressing the gathering, ADC Bhaderwah extended Republic Day greetings to the people and said that the nation is fortunate to celebrate the 77th Republic Day. He paid rich tributes to the freedom fighters and constitution makers, whose sacrifices laid the foundation of a strong and democratic India. He also paid tributes to Army Jawans, who got martyred in recent Army Vehicle Accident in Bhaderwah. He urged citizens, especially youth, to uphold the values of the Constitution and contribute positively towards peace, development and unity of the nation. In view of the Republic Day celebrations, security was beefed up across Bhaderwah town and its adjoining areas to ensure peaceful and smooth conduct of the national event. SP Bhaderwah Vinod Sharma said that tight security arrangements were made in and around Bhaderwah to ensure smooth conduct of the celebration. From check points to area domination, all measures were taken by the security forces. Feed. Shots Bytes. 1. ADC Bhaderwah Sunil Kumar Bhutiyal. 2. SP Bhaderwah Vinod Sharma. Regards Raja Rehber Jamal Chenab Valley E-mail :- rehberjamal12@gmail.com, rehberjamal12@rediffmail.com Mob:- 8803163150, 7006027038 , 7051440613