Army holds cultural event ahead of I-Day

Rajouri, August 13

The Army under the aegis of the Ace of Spades Division organised various programmes at the Army’s advance landing ground (ALG) in Rajouri on August 12 and 13.

“As a run up to Independence Day, the programmes were aimed at igniting patriotic fervour among youth, locals and schoolchildren,” said an Army officer. He said a series of events, including a dog show, equestrian show, cultural programmes and equipment display, were witnessed and appreciated by the students and youth.

Students from Valley View Army Public School, Army Goodwill Public School, Government Higher Secondary School and Government Middle School at Dalogra gave scintillating cultural performances, said a defence spokesperson. As many as 1,400 students from various schools of Rajouri visited the ALG today to take part in the programme, he added.

“The students showed keen interest in heavy guns, medium machine guns and telecommunication systems on display. Most of them expressed their desire to serve the country by donning the uniform,” said a senior Army officer. — OC