jj correspondent
Akhnoor, October 31: Sub-Division Administration Akhnoor organised a Run for Unity on Saturday to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India. The event was followed by a cultural programme at Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Akhnoor, with the participation of various departments and educational institutions.
The Run for Unity commenced from Kameshwar Temple, Akhnoor, and culminated at Government Boys Higher Secondary School. Officers and officials from various departments of Sub-Division Akhnoor, along with school staff and students, participated enthusiastically in the run, spreading the message of national unity, integrity and brotherhood.
Following the run, a programme was organised at the school premises in collaboration with Government Boys Higher Secondary School and Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Akhnoor. The event began with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp, followed by the National Anthem and Vande Mataram.
Students delivered speeches highlighting the significance of National Unity Day and the invaluable contributions of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel towards the integration and unity of the country.
MLA Akhnoor Mohan Lal Bhagat, who attended the programme as the chief guest, paid tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and recalled his outstanding role in uniting the nation. He emphasised the importance of unity, integrity and collective responsibility in nation-building, encouraging students to uphold the ideals of patriotism, discipline and brotherhood.
The programme also featured skits and cultural performances by students, reflecting the spirit of national integration and India’s rich cultural diversity.
Among those present were SDM Akhnoor Mukhtar Lone, Tehsildar Akhnoor Naresh Kumar, BDO Akhnoor Qadeer Charak, Executive Officer Akhnoor Mohammad Yaqoob, XEN PWD Sanjeev Sharma, Principal Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Akhnoor, Manmeet Bali, and Principal Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Akhnoor, Harjeet Singh.
