LG Sinha dedicates ‘Shaurya Gatha’ complex to valour of Indian soldiers

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday inaugurated the ‘Shaurya Gatha’ Complex at SM Hill in Tangdhar’s Karnah sector of Kupwara, describing it as a tribute to the bravery and sacrifices of Indian soldiers and a major boost to battlefield tourism and border area development in Jammu and Kashmir.

The Lieutenant Governor applauded Northern Command, Chinar Corps, and all officers, soldiers, engineers, workforce and local residents for the completion of the prestigious project in a short span of time. He said our brave soldiers laid down their lives to defend the motherland, and their courage and sacrifice should be instilled in every Indian as a powerful source of pride and inspiration.

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The Lieutenant Governor also highlighted the stark contrast between development on this side of the Line of Control and the conditions in illegally Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, noting that Jammu & Kashmir is witnessing an era of peace, progress and prosperity, while PoJK continues to suffer from neglect and misgovernance. He reaffirmed that Jammu & Kashmir was, is and will always remain an integral part of India.

“Jammu & Kashmir is moving forward with development on all fronts. There is a renewed sense of self-confidence, and the society is prosperous and peaceful than ever before,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

He also reiterated that the administration is committed to the development of the border region. He observed that the initiative like promotion of valour site under Bharat Rannbhoomi Darshan initiative will usher economic growth and prosperity in Tangdhar-Karnah region, besides showcasing the rich defence legacy and culture of the region.

He said that seven villages of Tangdhar, Karnah have been included under the Vibrant Village Programme, ensuring improved infrastructure, livelihood opportunities and quality of life.

“I urge citizens across the nation to visit Shaurya Gatha Complex and plan their holidays at the offbeat destinations of Kupwara”, the Lieutenant Governor said.

The Lieutenant Governor also lauded the Army for their significant contribution to the Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir campaign.

“Tangdhar remains a strategic location where our neighbour persistently attempts to escalate narco-smuggling activities. The development of an airport-like facility by the Army in the region will serve as a critical asset in our mission against drug smuggling,” he said.

Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C), Northern Command; Lieutenant General Balbir Singh, GOC Chinar Corps; Major General Rakesh Nair; GOC 28 Infantry Division; Brigadier Dharmendra Yadav, Commander, Shakti Vijay Bde, senior officers from the Army, Civil Administration, Police and Security Forces attended the inaugural ceremony.