J&K Police observe National Unity Day across Kashmir

SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Police on Saturday observed National Unity Day across the Kashmir Valley to mark the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, with ceremonial parades, pledge-taking ceremonies, ‘Run for Unity’ events and public outreach programmes organised across the region.

The programmes brought together police and security personnel, civil administration officials, students, traders and members of civil society, with an emphasis on national unity, integrity and communal harmony.

In Pulwama, the main event was held at District Police Lines (DPL), where SSP Pulwama administered the National Unity Pledge. A ceremonial march past followed, featuring contingents of J&K Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF). Similar ceremonies were organised at other police units.

In Kulgam, pledge-taking ceremonies were held at police establishments, while the main district-level programme at DPL Kulgam featured a march past by police, Armed Police and Home Guards contingents. ‘Run for Unity’ events were also organised at different locations.

In Shopian, SSP Shopian administered the National Unity Pledge at DPL Shopian, followed by a ceremonial parade involving J&K Police, CRPF and Home Guards/SDRF contingents. Floral tributes were paid to Patel, and a unity run was organised.

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In Anantnag, police held a ceremonial march past and pledge ceremony at DPL Anantnag, alongside similar programmes at police stations and sub-units. A photo exhibition highlighting Patel’s life and contributions was also organised. Senior police and civil administration officers participated in a ‘Run for Unity’ with members of civil society.

In Awantipora, police and CRPF personnel took part in a ceremonial parade and pledge ceremony at DPL Awantipora. A unity run from IUST Crossing to DPL Awantipora drew students and local residents. Winners were presented with cash prizes and certificates.

In Budgam, SSP Budgam administered the National Unity Pledge at District Police Lines in the presence of the Deputy Commissioner. A ceremonial parade involving police and CRPF contingents was held, while more than 500 students, youth and officials participated in a unity run organised jointly with the district administration.

In Sopore, SSP Sopore administered the pledge during an Ekta Diwas parade at DPL Sopore. Police personnel, civil administration officials, students, traders and civil society representatives also participated in unity runs and other activities.

In Handwara, SSP Handwara led the pledge ceremony and ceremonial march past at DPL Handwara. A ‘Run for Unity’ from Chotipora to Environmental Hall witnessed participation from students and civil administration officials.

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In Kupwara, the celebrations at DPL Kupwara included a ceremonial parade, floral tributes and a photo exhibition on Patel’s life. An exhibition showcasing the equipment and resources of SDRF, AST, BDS and Police Kote was also held. Police, in collaboration with the district administration, organised a unity run, cultural programme and signature campaign.

In Bandipora, ‘Run for Unity’ events were organised at Garoora, Hajin, Sumbal and Bandipora in coordination with the civil administration and CRPF. The main district-level run started from Mini Secretariat Bandipora and concluded at Chitternar, drawing participation from different sections of society.

In Baramulla, police and the civil administration organised an Ekta Diwas rally from Dak Bungalow to Prof Showkat Ali Stadium. Other activities included a police band performance near Carippa Park, cultural programmes at Palhalan and a unity run at Mirgund, besides pledge ceremonies and awareness activities.

In Ganderbal, the main function was held at Qamariya Stadium, where SSP Ganderbal took the salute at a ceremonial parade and administered the National Unity Pledge to police officers and personnel.

Police said the programmes reaffirmed their commitment to national unity, integrity and security, while aiming to strengthen police-public relations and promote peace, brotherhood and communal harmony across Kashmir.