J&K: Ahead Of Independence Day Shikara Tri-Colour Rally On Dal Lake; Visuals Show Patriotic Ferver

Ahead of Independence Day, a Tiranga rally was organised by an NGO named 'Salute Tiranga' at Dal Lake on Tuesday. Here are pictures from the event.

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Almost 150 participants enthusiastically waved tricolour flags while riding traditional shikaras. The rally started at Nehru Park and concluded at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC).

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Muzaffar Hussain Kalal, President of "Salute Tiranga" Jammu and Kashmir, expressed his joy in conducting the region's first-ever Tiranga shikara rally.

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He stated that the youth of the Union Territory decided to continue the campaign "Har Ghar Tiranga" from August 1 to 15, inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's resolution.

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Rajesh Jha, the National President of "Salute Tiranga," emphasized the rally's importance as part of the "Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav" celebrations.

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Their slogan, "Har Haath Tiranga," urged the people of Jammu and Kashmir to unite under the Tiranga as a symbol of hope and progress. Jha stressed the need for peace for the country's development and prosperity.

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The Tiranga Shikara Rally marked the start of a 15-day program leading up to Independence Day. The campaign would continue from August 1 to 15.

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Speaking on the occasion, Mohammad Yusuf, Youth President of "Salute Tiranga" Jammu and Kashmir, expressed his optimism about the upcoming events and their positive impact on fostering a strong sense of national pride and unity among the youth.

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A programme will also be held in Jammu, which will be followed in Chenab Valley and then Pir Panchal. Dal Lake was chosen for as a venue as it is a prominent landmark in the city.

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