BJP celebrates 45th Foundation Day in Srinagar

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) celebrated its 45th Foundation Day at its Srinagar office on Sunday. The occasion marked the presence of party leaders, senior functionaries and supporters from various parts of the Valley.

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Union minister George Kurian presided over a function held to mark the party’s raising day at Jawahar Nagar.

The Union minister of state for fisheries and animal husbandry praised the dedication and resilience of the BJP workers in Kashmir and reminded them of the party’s unwavering commitment to national integration, development and inclusive growth, particularly in Jammu and Kashmir.

“The Bharatiya Janata Party has always worked for ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas aur Sabka Prayas’. Our foundation is rooted in the spirit of nationalism and service. Kashmir holds a special place in our hearts and we will continue to work for its peace and prosperity,” he said.

Senior BJP leaders from Kashmir, including Waqf Board chairperson Darakhshan Andrabi, district office-bearers and prominent workers, participated in the event.

The programme included the hoisting of the party flag, singing of patriotic songs, and the reading of the BJP Foundation Day message from BJP national president Jagat Prakash Nadda.

“The celebration also featured a tribute to the workers who sacrificed their lives for the cause of the nation. A moment of silence was observed in their honour, reaffirming the party’s resolve to carry forward their mission with strength and sincerity,” a party statement read.

In addition to the main event at Jawahar Nagar, BJP Foundation Day was simultaneously celebrated in all 10 districts of Kashmir Valley, organised under the leadership of the respective district presidents.