Srianagr August 15:(KNS)   The 75th Independence Day Celebration was held at Directorate of Horticulture, Rajbagh, Srinagar. At 11:00 am the Director General, Horticulture Kashmir Mr. Ajaz Ahmad Bhat (KAS), hoisted the National Flag and delivered Independence Day speech. The celebrations were based on the theme “Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav”. Dr. Hina Shafi Bhat VC-KVIB was the guest of honour at the grand function.

The celebration was attended by the officers/officials of the Department and a good number of orchardists and students also participated. Director General extended good wishes to all the participants and in his address highlighted the achievements of the Department.

After the speech of Director General, various cultural items were presented and patriotic songs were played. On the occasion 20 progressive orchardists were felicitated for their commendable job in the field of Horticulture. They were presented with appreciation certificate, a memento and cash award. In the event stationary items were also distributed among school children.

At the end, DGHK thanked all the participants including civil and police administration, especially Army’s 123 Infantry Battalion (TA) Grenadiers for their cooperation.(KNS)