SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Police organised a series of Run for Unity events and cultural programmes across Kashmir as part of the ongoing Police Commemoration Day, Police Flag Day and Rashtriya Ekta Diwas week, with the activities aimed at honouring police martyrs and promoting national integration and communal harmony.
In Shopian, police organised a Unity Run from the helipad to Police Station Shopian. The run was flagged off by the Deputy Superintendent of Police (Headquarters), Shopian, in the presence of the Station House Officer and other police personnel. Participants were awarded certificates and mementos at the conclusion of the event.
In Pulwama, a Run for Unity was organised under the supervision of Senior Superintendent of Police Sahil Sarangal. Students, youth, local residents and police personnel participated in the run, which started from Tahab Crossing, passed through Circular Road and culminated at the District Police Lines. The first-, second- and third-place finishers received trophies and cash prizes.
Awantipora Police organised a similar event in Pampore, which began at Konibal at 8.30 am and concluded at Government Degree College, Pampore. Participants from different age groups took part, while the top three finishers were presented with mementos and certificates of appreciation.
In Anantnag district, Police Station Larnoo organised a Run for Unity with students from various schools. A cultural programme was also held at Mughal Garden, Achabal, featuring students, civil society members and representatives of the Trade Association. The programme highlighted India’s cultural diversity and the importance of national integration and communal harmony.
Baramulla Police organised two separate runs. Police Station Bijhama conducted a programme involving students from schools across the area to promote unity, mutual respect and national solidarity, while highlighting the contribution of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel to India’s integration.
Separately, Police Station Baramulla organised a Run for Unity that was flagged off by the Deputy Superintendent of Police (Headquarters) from St Joseph’s School.