RAJOURI, OCT 31: District Police Rajouri organised a series of events at the District Headquarters and various locations across the district to celebrate Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day), commemorating the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and highlighting his enduring contribution to national unity and integration.
The celebrations were aimed at promoting the ideals of national unity, integrity, solidarity and communal harmony, with participation from police and civil administration officials, security personnel, students and members of civil society.
As part of the observance, a Run for Unity was organised in collaboration with the District Administration Rajouri. DIG Rajouri-Poonch Range, Deputy Commissioner Rajouri and Senior Superintendent of Police Rajouri, along with officers of the Police and Civil Administration, CAPF personnel, students and civil society members, participated in the event in large numbers.
A Rashtriya Ekta Diwas parade was subsequently organised at District Police Lines (DPL), Rajouri, featuring contingents of District Police Rajouri and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). The DIG Rajouri-Poonch Range took the salute during the ceremonial parade, reflecting the spirit of discipline, solidarity and collective commitment to the nation.
On the occasion, the National Unity Day pledge was also administered by the DIG, with participating officers and personnel reaffirming their commitment to preserving the unity, integrity and security of the country.
The celebrations continued in the evening with a live telecast of the national-level Rashtriya Ekta Diwas parade from Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, at DPL Rajouri. DIG Rajouri-Poonch Range, Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, SSP Rajouri, CAPF officers, police personnel and members of civil society witnessed the proceedings.
Similar arrangements were made at various police stations across Rajouri district, where police personnel watched the live telecast of the national-level celebrations, ensuring wider participation in the observance.
The district-wide programmes witnessed enthusiastic participation from different sections of society and underscored the importance of collective efforts in strengthening national integration, mutual respect and communal harmony.
District Police Rajouri reiterated its commitment to upholding the ideals and legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel while continuing efforts to foster unity, integrity, brotherhood and a strong sense of national belonging among citizens.
