KNB News Desk
Srinagar 15 January (KNB): Army Day was celebrated by the Local Army Unit and villagers at Kamkari village near the Line of Control in Machhal Sector, Kupwara on Saturday.
A statement issued here said that as part of this celebration, the National flag was hoisted at the Government Upper Primary School in Kamkari village. In spite of the extreme cold, adults and children of all age groups totaling 44 attended the event.
During the event, the Medical Officer of the Local Army Unit briefed the villagers on the significance of Army Day. A short documentary signifying the importance of Army Day was also screened for the villagers.
It further said that during the interaction with the villagers, the Commanding Officer motivated the youth and children to join the Indian Army and serve the nation.
“The local youth and children were also made aware about various enrolment schemes and privileges of joining the Indian Army. The enthusiasm and eagerness of the locals to join the Indian Army is a great sign of bonhomie between Awam and Jawan in one of the remotest parts of the country,” reads the statement. (KNB)