Srinagar, Oct 31 (KNS): Jammu and Kashmir Police on Saturday observed Rashtriya Ekta Diwas across the Kashmir Valley to commemorate the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, organising ceremonial parades, pledge-taking ceremonies, ‘Run for Unity’ events and public outreach programmes in different districts.

The programmes witnessed participation from police and security personnel, civil administration officials, students, traders and members of civil society, with an emphasis on promoting national unity, integrity and communal harmony.

In Pulwama, the main function was held at District Police Lines (DPL), where SSP Pulwama administered the National Unity Pledge, followed by a ceremonial march past involving J&K Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) contingents. Similar ceremonies were organised across police units.

In Kulgam, pledge-taking ceremonies were held at police establishments, while the main event at DPL Kulgam featured a march past by police, Armed Police and Home Guards contingents. ‘Run for Unity’ events were also organised across the district.

In Shopian, SSP Shopian administered the National Unity Pledge at DPL Shopian, where contingents of J&K Police, CRPF and Home Guards/SDRF participated in a ceremonial parade. Floral tributes were paid to Sardar Patel, while a ‘Run for Unity’ was also organised.

In Anantnag, police organised a ceremonial march past and pledge ceremony at DPL Anantnag, besides similar programmes at police stations and sub-units. A photo exhibition highlighting Patel's life and contributions was held, while senior police and civil administration officers joined a ‘Run for Unity’ alongside civil society members.

In Awantipora, police and CRPF personnel participated in a ceremonial parade and pledge ceremony at DPL Awantipora. A ‘Run for Unity’ from IUST Crossing to DPL Awantipora attracted students and local residents, with winners receiving cash prizes and certificates.

In Budgam, SSP Budgam administered the National Unity Pledge at District Police Lines in the presence of Deputy Commissioner Budgam.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelA ceremonial parade involving police and CRPF contingents was held, while more than 500 students, youth and officials participated in a ‘Run for Unity’ organised jointly with the district administration.

In Sopore, SSP Sopore administered the pledge during an Ekta Diwas parade at DPL Sopore. Police personnel, civil administration officials, students, traders and civil society representatives also participated in unity runs and other activities.

In Handwara, SSP Handwara led the pledge ceremony and ceremonial march past at DPL Handwara. A ‘Run for Unity’ was organised from Chotipora to Environmental Hall, drawing participation from students and civil administration officials.

In Kupwara, police organised a ceremonial parade, floral tribute and photo exhibition on Sardar Patel's life at DPL Kupwara. An exhibition showcasing equipment and resources of SDRF, AST, BDS and Police Kote was also held. The celebrations included a unity run, cultural programme and signature campaign in collaboration with the district administration.

In Bandipora, police organised ‘Run for Unity’ programmes at Garoora, Hajin, Sumbal and Bandipora in coordination with the civil administration and CRPF. The main district-level run started from Mini Secretariat Bandipora and concluded at Chitternar, witnessing participation from different sections of society.

In Baramulla, police and the civil administration organised a major Ekta Diwas rally from Dak Bungalow to Prof Showkat Ali Stadium. The celebrations also included a police band performance near Carippa Park, cultural programmes at Palhalan and a unity run at Mirgund, besides pledge ceremonies and awareness activities.

In Ganderbal, the main function was held at Qamariya Stadium, where SSP Ganderbal took the salute at a ceremonial parade and administered the National Unity Pledge to police officers and personnel.

Police said the programmes were aimed at reaffirming their commitment to national unity, integrity and security while strengthening police-public relations and promoting peace, brotherhood and communal harmony across Kashmir. (KNS)