Srinagar, Nov 7: In villages along the Line of Control (LoC), where daily life unfolds under the shadow of a sensitive border, the Indian Army organised torch rallies and collective singing of the national song Vande Mataram as part of the nationwide commemoration marking its 150th anniversary.
The events were organised by the Crossed Swords Division of the White Knight Corps at Hamirpur, Kotmaira and Nathal village, bringing together Army personnel, ex-servicemen, schoolchildren, Village Defence Guards (VDGs) and local residents.
The celebrations were aimed at promoting patriotism and national unity while strengthening the relationship between the Army and communities living in border areas.
The participation of schoolchildren and local residents alongside soldiers gave the commemorative events a community-oriented character, with people from different sections of society joining in the collective singing of the national song.
For the Army, such initiatives also provide an opportunity to engage with residents in areas along the LoC, where its presence extends beyond security responsibilities to community outreach and interaction with the civilian population.
Vande Mataram, written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, has remained an enduring expression of India’s national identity and freedom struggle. Its 150-year commemoration is being marked through events highlighting its historical significance and continuing relevance.
The Indian Army said the celebrations reflected the spirit of patriotism, national unity and the enduring bond between soldiers and the local population.
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