Kulgam: Government Degree College Kulgam on Sunday solemnly observed Rashtriya Shaheed Diwas, paying rich tributes to the martyrs who laid down their lives for the freedom of the country.
The programme was organised under the aegis of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and MY Bharat, and was conducted by the NSS Unit of the college under the coordination of NSS Programme Officer, Adil Bashir Dar.
The event began with the playing of the National Anthem, followed by a floral tribute to iconic freedom fighters Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Hari Rajguru and Sukhdev Thapar, whose sacrifices continue to inspire generations.
On the occasion, Principal of the college, Prof. Mohd Abas Shah, delivered an address highlighting the significance of Shaheed Diwas and the importance of remembering the sacrifices of martyrs in shaping the nation’s destiny. He urged students to imbibe the values of patriotism, dedication and social responsibility.
A lecture on the importance of Shaheed Diwas was also delivered by Iqbal Shafi, who spoke about the historical relevance of the day and stressed the need for the youth to remain committed to the ideals of justice, equality and national integrity.
As part of the observance, an NSS-led padyatra was taken out from GDC Kulgam to Kandi Pora to spread awareness about patriotism and civic responsibility among the local community. A campus cleanliness drive was also carried out, reinforcing the message of collective responsibility towards maintaining a clean and healthy environment.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, NSS volunteers and faculty members, making it a meaningful tribute to the martyrs and a reaffirmation of the values they stood for.