Pays tributes to Gen Zorawar Singh on his Martyrdom Day
JAMMU, DEC 12: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday paid tributes to the brave warrior, India’s greatest commander and military strategist, General Zorawar Singh, on his Martyrdom Day.
“General Zorawar Singh’s vision inspired generations by igniting passion and guiding people toward a shared vision, courage, purpose and commitment to bigger ideals,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
Addressing a commemorative event in Jammu, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted General Zorawar Singh’s monumental military campaigns in Ladakh, Baltistan, Gilgit and Skardu, and underscored his pivotal role in the expansion of the Dogra Empire.
He called upon the youth and all sections of society to follow the General’s message of moral clarity, unwavering conviction, and commitment to shaping a better future while empowering the marginalised.
“Let us dedicate ourselves to changing lives, guiding and supporting youth, and building a more just and peaceful society,” he added.
The Lieutenant Governor reiterated that the Government of India, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is committed to honouring the contributions of General Zorawar Singh.
“To honour his legacy, the Government of India has named an advanced indigenous light tank after General Zorawar Singh Ji. The General Zorawar Singh Chair has also been established at the University of Jammu. Dedicated efforts are being made to encourage new generations to study his unparalleled military campaigns and his vision for societal organisation,” he said.
The event was attended by Vikram Randhawa, Member of Legislative Assembly from Bahu; Devinder Singh Kaluria, Chairman, General Zorawar Singh Memorial Education and Charitable Trust, and Trustees Riya Kaluria and Diksha Kaluria; Lt Gen RK Sharma (Retd.), President, J&K Ex-Services League; Brij Mohan Sharma, Principal Secretary Culture; prominent citizens and people from different walks of life.
Major General Goverdhan Singh Jamwal (Retd.); Padma Shri Dr. S.P. Varma, President, Gandhi Global Family J&K; Col. Karan Singh (Retd.), President Dogra Sadar Sabha; ex-servicemen and senior officials of the Army, Civil and Police Administration were also present.
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