Governor Mangubhai Patel has said that the jawans who die for the motherland are the pride of the country. He said that the army guards and serves the borders under difficult circumstances by becoming the shield of Maa Bharti. They have no match in the world. The dedication, valour of Army jawans to protect the honour and dignity of Maa Bharti is an example in the world.
Governor Patel was addressing the jawans of the Indian Army, honourable retired servicemen, gallantry award winners and their families in a programme organized by Sudarshan Chakra Corps organized at Dronachal today to commemorate the auspicious occasion of Independence Day and Amrit Mahotsav. Retired, serving heroes and veterans were honoured by the Governor in the programme.
Appreciating the brave jawans of the Army, Governor Patel said that the defense of the country is in the hands of the Army.
Their determination is strong. The country has unwavering faith and believes in it. The Indian Army has given full cooperation not only during the war but also in times of peace to defeat natural calamities, terrorists and progress of the country. It has played an important role in nation building.
Patel said that on the call of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, this year the national flag was hoisted with pride at every house through the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign across the country. Seeing the enthusiasm and zeal of Indians with the tricolor embossed with the spirit of patriotism, the dream of the future of a strong nation seems to be coming true. I am sure that organizing such a felicitation ceremony will prove to be a medium of encouragement and enthusiasm for our future generation and youth. It will lead our tomorrow in the direction of a Golden India.
General Officer Commanding Sudarshan Chakra Corps Vipul Singhal said that the flag of the country is proudly hoisted as it is the last breath of a soldier dedicated to the nation. He said that today the country is being counted among the major countries of the world from the less developed country at the time of independence. This is ensured by the hard work, blood and sweat of the Army. The administration expressed gratitude for the cooperation of the general public in fulfilling the responsibilities of the Army.
General Officer Commanding West Madhya Pradesh Sub-Region Major General Sumer Ivan D'Cunha proposed the vote of thanks.