Elimination of terrorism from J&K priority of govt, says LG
Asserting that the country is indebted to security forces, the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha said that the eliminating terror and terrorist sympathizers is priority of the government.
“Eliminating terror and terrorist sympathizers is our priority. Today, if every citizen of J&K is contributing fearlessly to UT’s journey of progress and development, it is all because of the sacrifice and valor of our security forces,” LG said while participating in the 57th Raising Day celebrations of Border Security Force at the Frontier Officers Institute, in Paloura, Jammu.
Extending his warm wishes to all BSF Personnel, officers, veterans, and their families on BSF’s Raising Day, Sinha lauded the commitment and exemplary courage displayed by the BSF Jawans while discharging their duties.
He added that the country is indebted to Security Forces for dismantling the Eco-system of terrorism, Terror funding and eliminating Anti-national elements to establish a secured and safe environment for the people.
“I bow to all the martyrs of the BSF and their families who have made supreme sacrifice in service of the nation”, LG observed.
“We will never forget and never forgive those trying to disrupt peace and inflicting wounds on our social fabric,” he said.
He also noted that whether it is peaceful conduct of DDC elections in the UT, public service programs in the border villages, assistance during the Covid pandemic, or preventing cross-border infiltration and smuggling of drugs, the BSF has successfully fulfilled all its responsibilities and has made unprecedented contributions to maintaining peace in Jammu and Kashmir.
“BSF, nurtured by the blood, sweat, and sacrifice of our brave-hearts, has always lived up to its motto of “Jeevan ParyantKartaya -Duty for Life”, enriching the 57 years of inspiring tradition of dedication, valor, and love for the motherland, Sinha said.
He added “We shall always remember our valiant BSF personnel who maintain an eternal vigil to safeguard our frontiers in difficult terrains and adverse conditions, combating emergent situations and making supreme sacrifices while safeguarding India’s territorial integrity.”
He also joined the BSF officers, their families and veterans for dinner, on the occasion.
