Slathia pays tribute to Dogra warrior Brig Rajinder Singh

Samba, Oct 27: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) J&K vice president and MLA Surjeet Singh Slathia on Sunday paid tributes to Brigadier Rajinder Singh, terming him a “dedicated and highly decorated Dogra warrior” of the Maharaja Hari Singhji’s army.
His strong resistance to Pakistani raiders will always inspire those loving their beloved motherland,” Slathia said while speaking at a homage function on the Shaheedi Diwas of Brigadier Rajinder Singh at Village Rajinder Pura Vijaypur Samba.
He said, “Mahavir Chakra recipient warrior made the nation in general and the Duggarland, in particular, proud by his supreme sacrifice and left an indelible mark of heroism that remains the golden chapter of our military history,” the BJP leader said.
“The sacrifice of Brigadier Rajinder Singh and his valiant men to save Kashmir from Pakistan marauders and subsequent supreme sacrifice this day in 1947 defending the integrity and sovereignty of the nation in Kashmir during most testing times has been a guiding force for the compatriots to remain at the forefront and foil the machinations of the enemy,” Slathia said. “The indebted nation has all along been bowing its head with respect and deep esteem for the Saviour of Kashmir, he said, adding that his martyrdom will continue to inspire generations to serve the nation in whatever capacity they can.”
The BJP leader said this is also an occasion to remember the martyrdom of brave-hearts, who continue to sacrifice their lives for the nation. The biggest homage to great heroes is to create a strong and stable nation wherein people live in peace and harmony, he said.
Earlier, Slathia inaugurated the drain on the link road from Mandi Udh Gurha Slathia to Badwal, constructed by PWD for Rs 14 lakh, repair and renovation of three classrooms of High School Rajinderpura, carried out for Rs 9 lakh, repair and renovation of PHC Gurha Slathia completed under Health District Plan for Rs 8 lakh upgradation of Gurha Slathia Library completed for Rs 9.57 lakh and construction of link road from Mandi Udh to the house of Mohan Singh estimated Cost Rs 25 lakh.