SHOPIAN/AWANTIPORA: Jammu and Kashmir Police organised Unity Runs in Zainapora in Shopian and Tral in Awantipora as part of the ongoing Police Commemoration, Police Flag Day and Ekta Diwas week activities to honour police personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty.
In Shopian, the Unity Run was flagged off by the Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Zainapora in the presence of the Station House Officer (SHO) Police Station Zainapora, In-charge Police Post Wachi and other police officers.
The run commenced from NIPS Zainapora and culminated at Police Station Zainapora. A large number of participants took part, carrying messages of patriotism, solidarity and communal harmony.
The event aimed to pay tribute to the valour and sacrifices of police personnel while promoting unity, peace, harmony and national integration. At the conclusion, participants were felicitated with certificates and mementos in recognition of their participation.
In Awantipora, police organised a “Run for Unity” at Tral as part of Police Flag Day Week, with participation from people of different age groups and areas.
The run began at 8.30 am from Bus Stand Tral and culminated at Government Degree College, Tral. During the flag-off ceremony, officers said the event was organised in honour of police martyrs and to commemorate their courage and sacrifices in safeguarding the unity and integrity of the nation and protecting the lives and property of people.
The first three winners were felicitated with mementos and appreciation certificates at the closing ceremony. Senior police officers and other officials were present.
Police said the initiatives were aimed at strengthening police-public relations and encouraging the younger generation to contribute towards peace, harmony and national unity. The events also underscored the bond between police and the community and reaffirmed the department’s commitment to honouring the sacrifices of its personnel.
