Danishwar Hameed
Kulgam, August 15 : Independence Day 2024 was celebrated in district Kulgam with great fervor wherein tricolor was hoisted at each Police establishment, Tehsil and Block Headquarters, Schools, Panchayat ghars etc The main function was held at District Police Lines Kulgam in which DDC Chairperson Kulgam Shri Mohd Afzal Parray as chief guest hoisted the National Flag; inspected the Parade and took salute at the March past.
DC Kulgam Shri Athar Aamir Khan-IAS, SSP Kulgam Shri Sahil Sarangal-IPS, all DDCs of district Kulgam were the Guests of Honour on the occasion. Other senior officers of the civil administration and Police Department were present on the occasion.
The parade was commanded by Dy.SP (Prob) shri Shivek Sharma.
In his address, Chairperson Parray highlighted the significance of the day, encouraging citizens to work together for the development and peace of the community.
The contingent of District Police, CRPF, IRP, Women Police, Home Guards and many Schools participated in the parade and had a march past. Awards were presented by the Chief Guest and Guests of Honour to the best performers.
Besides, colorful cultural programmes were also presented on the occasion.
During the event, an exhibition and publicity campaign highlighting the theme of New Major Criminal Laws was also presented.
A large number of people witnessed the function. Elaborate security arrangements were made by the District Police Kulgam on this behalf.