Jammu, March 30:
In a powerful display of patriotism and national unity, Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha attended the closing ceremony of the “Vande Mataram Special Phase” at Abhinav Theatre today. The event marked a significant milestone in the 150-year commemoration of India’s national song, coinciding with the observance of Shaheedi Diwas.
Addressing a packed audience of students, artists, and dignitaries, the LG emphasized that Vande Mataram transcends mere lyrics, describing it as a “profound experience woven into our civilization’s fabric” that renews the nation’s commitment to its immortal martyrs.
J&K Leads the Nation in Patriotic Participation
The Lieutenant Governor lauded the people of Jammu Kashmir for their unprecedented involvement in the commemorative phases. Data revealed that the Union Territory has become a national benchmark for patriotic engagement:
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Phase 1 (Nov 2025): 9 out of India’s top 10 performing districts were from J&K, with Kishtwar securing the #1 spot.
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Phase 2 (Jan 2026): 6 districts from J&K featured in the top 10, led by Poonch.
“The overwhelming participation of the people of Jammu Kashmir signals a transformative power for the future. True patriotism is the bedrock of peace and progress,” LG Sinha remarked.
Vision for a Developed India
Linking the spirit of Vande Mataram to modern nation-building, the LG credited the leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for integrating J&K into the national mainstream. He noted that while the last decade saw global instability—from Ukraine to West Asia—India has remained resilient as the world’s fastest-growing major economy.
Key Highlights from the LG’s Address:
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Call for Unity: Urged every section of society to share the dream of making India the “world’s greatest nation.”
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Economic Resilience: Highlighted India’s stability amidst global turmoil.
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Development Benchmarks: Cited events like Vande Mataram and Har Ghar Tiranga as symbols of the UT’s new developmental trajectory.
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Social Reform: Called upon political parties and civil society to turn the Nasha Mukt (Drug-Free) campaign into a mass “People’s Movement.”
A Tributes in Art and History
Before the main event, the Lieutenant Governor paid floral tributes to freedom fighters and inspected a photo exhibition chronicling their historic contributions. The ceremony featured soul-stirring patriotic performances by artists from the J&K Academy of Art, Culture & Languages and students from the Cluster University of Jammu.
The event was attended by high-ranking officials including Chief Secretary Shri Atal Dulloo, various MLAs, Vice Chancellors, and prominent citizens, including Padma Shri awardees Dr. Jitendra Udhampuri and Dr. SP Varma.
