Tributes to Kargil Martyr: GHS renamed in honour of Veer Udheyman Singh

STATE TIMES NEWS

JAMMU: To commemorate the supreme sacrifice of Kargil war hero Veer Udheyman Singh, Sena Medal, the Government Girls High School at Shama Chak was formally renamed as “Martyr Soldier Veer Udheyman Singh Memorial Government Girls High School” in a solemn ceremony held today.
The event marked the 26th Martyrdom Day of the brave soldier who laid down his life during the 1999 Kargil conflict while fighting valiantly at Tiger Hill.

The renaming was carried out in the presence of DDC Chairman Jammu Bharat Bhushan, DDC Vice Chairman Suraj Singh Bhau, and Chairman Team Jammu & BJP leader Zorawar Singh Jamwal, along with the martyr’s family members and a large gathering of locals, students, ex-servicemen, and social activists.
A grand “Shardhanjali Samaroh” was organized by the family of the martyr, including Omkar Singh Langeh, Shanti Devi, Vandana, Kanchan, Rajesh Singh, and Darshan Singh.
A Guard of Honour was presented by soldiers and officers of the 13 Kumaon Regiment, Domana, as a mark of respect to the valiant soldier.
Prominent dignitaries such as Narinder Singh Bahu, President of All India Bahu Biradari, Ramesh Singh Langeh, President of All J&K Langeh Biradari, and Retired Navy Officer Er. Lakhwinder Singh also paid floral tributes.
Addressing the gathering, DDC Chairman Bharat Bhushan said the renaming would serve as a lasting tribute to the martyr and inspire future generations. He announced that efforts would be made to upgrade the school into a Model Institution, ensuring quality education in a patriotic environment.
Chairman Team Jammu, Zorawar Singh Jamwal, paid rich tributes to the martyr and emphasized the need for institutionalized commemoration of fallen soldiers in J&K. He said, “Martyrs like Veer Udheyman Singh are the real icons of our nation. Their courage must become part of our collective consciousness.”
Zorawar Singh Jamwal further stressed that patriotism must be instilled in the younger generation, not just through textbooks, but by real-life stories of bravery and sacrifice. “Patriotism is not a slogan-it is a responsibility. When youth understand the price of freedom, they become its strongest defenders,” he remarked.
Team Jammu chief Zorawar also questioned why martyrs memorial functions are not organized at government level in J&K where maximum sacrifices have been made by Indian Army, J&K Police and para military forces either by directly fighting with Pakistani Army or while neutralizing Pak sponsored terrorists.