Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday paid tributes to brave warrior, India’s greatest commander and military strategist, General Zorawar Singh, on his Martyrdom Day.
“General Zorawar Singh’s vision inspired generations by igniting passion, guiding people toward a shared vision, courage, purpose and commitment to bigger ideals,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
Addressing a commemorative event in Jammu, the Lieutenant Governor spoke on General Zorawar Singh’s monumental military campaigns in Ladakh, Baltistan, Gilgit, and Skardu, and highlighted his pivotal role in expansion of the Dogra Empire.
He called upon the youth and all sections of society to follow the message of General Zorawar Singh for moral clarity, unwavering conviction to shape the better future and empower the marginalised.
“Let us dedicate ourselves to changing lives, guiding and supporting youth and build a more just and peaceful society,” he said.
The Lieutenant Governor reiterated that the Government of India, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is committed to honour the contributions of General Zorawar Singh.
“To honour his legacy, the Government of India has named an advanced indigenous light tank after General Zorawar Singh Ji.
The General Zorawar Singh Chair has also been established at the University of Jammu. Dedicated efforts are also being made to encourage new generations to study his unparalleled military campaigns and vision for societal organization,” he further said.
Vikram Randhawa, Member of Legislative Assembly from Bahu; Devinder Singh Kaluria, Chairman, General Zorawar Singh Memorial Education and Charitable Trust and Trustees-Ms Riya Kaluria and Ms Diksha Kaluria; Lt Gen RK Sharma (Retd.), President, J&K Ex-Services League; Brij Mohan Sharma, Principal Secretary Culture, prominent citizens and people from different walks of life were present.
Major General Goverdhan Singh Jamwal (Retd.); Padma Dr SP Varma, President, Gandhi Global Family, J&K; Col. Karan Singh (Retd.), President Dogra Sadar Sabha; Ex-servicemen and senior officials of Army, Civil and Police Administration were also present.