An impressive and solemn function being held at the Punjab State War Memorial, Jalandhar on the occasion of the Armed Forces Flag day, on Friday.
Jalandhar, December 6, 2013: An impressive and solemn function was held at the Punjab State War Memorial, Jalandhar on the occasion of the Armed Forces Flag day, today.
Flag day is important, that on this day we take a pledge to ensure rehabilitation of the families of the Martyrs, who laid down their lives for the sake of our motherland.
The function was organised by Vajra Corps and the District Sainik Welfare Board Jalandhar. Major General Binoy Poonnen,Chief of Staff, Vajra corps was the chief guest on the solemn occasion. He was welcomed and received by Varun Roojam, Deputy Commissioner and President Zila Sainik Board, Jalandhar alongwith Brig AS Minhas, Vice President Zila Sainik Board, Jalandhar.
The General Officer laid wreath at the Punjab State War Memorial and paid homage to the war heroes of Punjab on this occasion. Senior serving and retired Army officers, civil dignitaries, Ex-servicemen, widow of martyrs and others also attended the function. The programme started with a devotional song by students of Government Girls Senior Sec School, Jalandhar. The function was held with full military honours. Girls students pinned sticker flags to the chief guest and others.
Major General Binoy Poonnen addressed the gathering on the occasion. The General Officer recalled the sacrifice made by the brave soldiers who had sacrificed their lives in service of the Nation. History, he said will always remember the martyrs of Punjab and their contribution in ensuring freedom and security of the Nation. General Officer made, fervent appeal to all, to contribute generously on the occasion, as their contribution would go a long way in mitigating the hardships faced by widows of the heroes of Punjab. He further said that the contribution made to the flag day fund are utilised by the Sainik Boards for empowerment of widows, disabled soldiers, Ex-servicemen and their dependents. On behalf of Vajra Corps, Major General Binoy Poonnen presented a cheque of Rs 30,000 to the District Welfare Board, amount to be used for the welfare of ex-servicemen and widows. The Chief Guest and others also visited ‘Hall of fame’./ jalandhar news, jalandhar current news, jalandhar news live, jalandhar breaking news, jalandhar headlines, jalandhar latest news, india news, punjab news