‘Safar mein Dhoop Tou Hogi, Jo chal Sako Tou Chalo…’

Sheikh Saleem

Srinagar, June 19: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, in a motivational address to the youth of Kashmir, drew inspiration from Urdu poetry to emphasize the importance of hard work in achieving success.

Invoking Nida Fazli’s famous Urdu Gazal, he conveyed the message that there are no shortcuts to success, and urged the youth to strive diligently towards their goals.

Sinha was addressing the water sports players after felicitating the winners of ‘Jashn-e-Dal’, a Water Sports event organized by Jammu Kashmir Police, at Srinagar on Monday.

"Safar Main Dhoop To Hogi, Jo Chal Sako To Chalo," Manoj Sinha recited to highlight the presence of hardships in every endeavor.

He emphasized that success is attained by those who wholeheartedly confront these challenges. LG Sinha further emphasized that sportsmanship instills a fighting spirit within the youth, enabling them to overcome any challenge that life presents.

Continuing with the poetic inspiration, Manoj Sinha quoted another couplet from the same ghazal, "Kisi Ke Vaste Raahein Kahaan Badalti Hain, Tum Apne Aap Ko Khud Hi Badal Sako To Chalo" (Paths don't change their course for anybody; if you can change yourself, please do so and success will be yours).

He explained that these verses beautifully capture the essence of success, emphasizing that external circumstances may not alter, but one can transform themselves to achieve their goals. Sinha encouraged individuals to embrace self-transformation as the key to attaining success.

        Lt Governor said it is a dream of every athlete to get an opportunity to participate in sporting event, excel in their respective area and become role model for the upcoming generation.

Lt Governor said the ongoing sports activities give us hope and confidence that our players can produce path-breaking achievements.

700 participants competed in 20 categories of Kayaking, Canoeing and Slalom discipline during the three-day long event.

The vibrant sports culture reflects the image of aspirational J&K, which is determined to build a better future for the young generation. Our athletes will play a significant role in this task and contribute in building a strong and prosperous Jammu Kashmir, he added.

        The Lt Governor reiterated the commitment of the UT Administration to provide world class facilities, coaching and mentoring to the young sporting talents of Jammu Kashmir.

“We are building new sporting future of J&K. It is our collective responsibility to empower our sportspersons, help the hidden talents in the villages so that they can script shining successes in international sporting events,” said the Lt Governor.

        The Lt Governor made a special mention of sports personalities from J&K for bringing laurels to the nation at the world stage. He also appreciated the efforts of the sports associations and stakeholder departments for the promotion of sports in the UT.

The Lt Governor also called upon the people, especially the youth to discharge their duties and to contribute in Swachhta Abhiyan.

Addressing the participants and the organizers, the Lt Governor commended the J&K Police for its valuable contribution in nurturing young sporting talents and providing them opportunity through Civic Action Programmes to realise their full creative potential.

        At the closing ceremony, the Lt Governor took the ceremonial salute at an impressive pedal pass and interacted with the players.

        Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, Advisor to Lt Governor; Sh Dilbag Singh, DGP; Sh R K Goyal, ACS, Home Department; Sh RR Swain, Special DG CID; Sh SJM Gillani, ADGP J&K Armed Police, senior officials of Police and Civil Administration, members of water sports association, prominent sports personalities, representatives of various sports clubs and associations and youth in large number attended the felicitation ceremony.