Central Bureau of Communication organises mini ICOP on ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign

Hoisting of Tiranga shouldn’t be merely symbolic: Ghulam Mehdi

STATE TIMES NEWS

Leh: Under the aegis of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, the Central Bureau of Communication (CBC), Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Govt. of India, Field Office, Leh on Saturday organized a mini Integrated Communication and Outreach Programme (ICOP) on the themes of Har Ghar Tiranga and Sabka Prayas -Celebrating 200 Crore COVID-19 vaccine doses.
The outreach programme was inaugurated by Ghulam Mehdi, Executive Councilor, Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Leh at the auditorium of Govt. Boys Higher Secondary School, Leh.
Ghulam Mehdi said, “We’re fortunate to be part of celebrations of 75th year of independence and Har Ghar Tiranga campaign is an opportunity to pay tributes to the heroes of our freedom struggle”.
He said that the hoisting of Tiranga shouldn’t be merely symbolic but an embodiment of our commitment to continue the good work to make India a world leader in the next 25 years.
In his welcome address, Ghulam Abbas, Joint Director CBC, J&K and Ladakh Region said that Har Ghar Tiranaga campaign is an opportunity to celebrate achievements and identify the unaccomplished dreams.
The programme was attended by P.D Nitya, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Leh, Shabir Hussain, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Dr. Deskit Dolma, District Immunization Officer, Leh and Principal Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Leh.
Others present were Shahid Mohammad Lone, Field Publicity Officer, Leh, Sikander, Field Publicity Assistant, Srinagar and Tajamul Ara, Coordinator, Nehru Yuva Kendra, Leh.
SSP Leh, P.D Nitya said that the present generation is blessed with a country that has started from a scratch to become world’s largest democracy while many other nations which started their journey alongside India have struggled to uphold the democratic principles. Dr. Deskit Dolma said that India has stood out from the rest of the world in fight against the COVID-19 by launching world’s largest free vaccination process. CBC Leh installed informative standees on Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, Har Ghar Tiranga and Vaccine Mahotsav for the awareness of the people. Cultural programmes showcasing the amazing culture of Ladakh were presented by the students and artists.
Earlier in the day, an open quiz on Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav was organized by CBC, Leh for students of host School. At the conclusion of the event the winners were awarded prizes by the bureau.