SAMBA:  Pradesh BJP Vice President and MLA Mr Surjeet Singh Slathia today paid glowing tributes to Brigadier Rajinder Singh, the dedicated and highly decorated Dogra warrior of the Maharaja Hari Singhji’s army, saying that his strong resistance to Pakistani raiders will always inspire those loving their beloved motherland.

“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”, Mr Slathia said while speaking at a homage giving function on the Shaheedi Diwas of Brigadier Rajinder Singh at Village Rajinder Pura Vijaypur Samba.

Mr S S Slathia 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. 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 for serving the nation in whatever capacity they can.

Mr Slathia 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 lauded the patriotic spirit of the people in remembering the great son of soil, saying this reflects their love and esteem for the warrior.

“We salute the martyrdom of Brigadier Rajinder Singh and bow before the courage of Maharaja Hari Singhji valiant forces under his command during the horrendous days of 1947”, Mr Slathia said and led the people of the area in paying floral tributes to the Dogra warrior.

Earlier, Mr Slathia also inaugurated the drain on link road from Mandi Udh Gurha Slathia to Badwal, constructed by PWD at a cost of Rs 14 lakhs, repair and renovation of three class rooms of High School Rajinderpura, carried out at a cost of Rs9 lakhs, repair and renovation of PHC Gurha Slathia completed under Health District Plan at a cost of Rs 8 lakhs upgradation of Gurha Slathia Library completed at a cost of Rs 9.57 lakhs and construction of link road from Mandi Udh to the house of Sh Mohan Singh estimated Cost Rs 25 lakhs.

Mr Surjeet Singh Slathia today expressed gratitude to the people for their overwhelming support during the assembly elections, making the BJP largest representative party of the Jammu region with its vote share across Jammu and Kashmir highest.

“This is  a historic moment in the electoral history of Jammu and Kashmir , reflecting the trust and confidence the people have reposed in the vision and leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the party”, Mr Slathia said while addressing Vijay Rallies here this afternoon at Village Sangwal,Budwal,Lovely,Moutlian ,Kamila and Gurha Slathia

Prominent among those who accompanied Mr Surjit Singh Slathia during the rallies are Vice President BJP Samba Mohan Lal Sharma Vijay Singh Mandal President Brijpal Singh. DDC Sudershan Singh Slathia Ex Sarpanch Daljeet Singh Jatinder Singh Puran Chand Sharma Mukhtayar Singh.

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