Shiv Sena Punjab Pays Tribute to Soldiers and Innocent Civilians Who Lost Their Lives During Operation Blue Star
PHAGWARA: Shiv Sena Punjab on Saturday organized a solemn tribute ceremony at the historic Shri Hanumangarhi Temple in Phagwara to commemorate the soldiers who sacrificed their lives during Operation Blue Star on June 6,
PHAGWARA: Shiv Sena Punjab on Saturday organized a solemn tribute ceremony at the historic Shri Hanumangarhi Temple in Phagwara to commemorate the soldiers who sacrificed their lives during Operation Blue Star on June 6, 1984, and the innocent civilians and devotees who were killed in the crossfire during the military operation. The gathering remembered the sacrifices made by both security personnel and civilians and called for preserving peace, national unity and communal harmony.
A large number of Shiv Sena Punjab leaders, members and local residents participated in the programme. Those present paid floral tributes to the martyrs and observed a two-minute silence in their memory. The ceremony was attended by Shiv Sena Punjab Senior State Vice Presidents Inderjit Karwal and Rajesh Palta, State Spokesperson Vipan Sharma, City President Ankur Bedi and SHO Rawalpindi Major Singh, who attended as a special guest. Several other party leaders and social activists were also present on the occasion.
Addressing the gathering, the speakers stated that the sacrifices made by soldiers in the line of duty for protecting the unity, integrity and sovereignty of the nation would always remain a source of inspiration for future generations. They said that the courage and dedication displayed by the armed forces during one of the most challenging periods in Punjab’s history deserved the highest respect and recognition.
Senior leaders Inderjit Karwal and Rajesh Palta described the era of militancy and terrorism in Punjab as a dark chapter in the history of India. They said that the violence witnessed during that period caused immense suffering to countless families and left deep scars on society. They emphasized that people must learn valuable lessons from those tragic events and work collectively to promote peace, tolerance and brotherhood.
The leaders further stated that while the bravery of the soldiers who laid down their lives in the discharge of their duties should never be forgotten, equal respect and sympathy should also be extended to the innocent devotees and civilians who became victims of violence and crossfire during the operation. They said that every life lost during those turbulent times represented a painful tragedy and deserved remembrance.
Speaking on the occasion, SHO Major Singh said that violence, extremism and terrorism are harmful to both society and the nation. He noted that such activities often result in the loss of innocent lives and create long-lasting divisions among communities. He urged citizens to reject all forms of violence and contribute towards maintaining law, order and communal harmony.
State Spokesperson Vipan Sharma, City President Ankur Bedi and Trade Cell President Ashok Ahuja also addressed the gathering. They paid homage to the martyrs and expressed solidarity with the families of those who lost their lives. The speakers prayed for peace, prosperity and progress in the country and called upon citizens to remain united in the larger national interest.
The leaders emphasized that every citizen has a responsibility to strengthen social harmony, mutual respect and national integration. They urged people to work together for a peaceful and prosperous society where differences are resolved through dialogue and democratic means rather than violence.
At the conclusion of the programme, all participants collectively pledged to uphold the values of national unity, social harmony and brotherhood and to spread the message of peace throughout society. The gathering concluded with prayers for the departed souls and for the continued peace and progress of the nation.
Among those present on the occasion were Sunil Jalota, Navjot Bedi, Ashwani Sharma, Aman Basra, Lavnish Sharma, Tony, Gaurav Bagga, Manjit Singh, Vikram Sharma, Ajay Puri and several other Shiv Sena Punjab members and supporters.
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