Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 17: In connection with the 69th Independence Day celebrations, Viraj Kala Kendra (VKK) organised an impressive patriotic song festival at J&K state Bharat Scouts and Guides office premises in Gandhi Nagar area, here today. The Principal Commissioner Income Tax, J&K, Sangeeta Gupta was the chief guest in the programme while Anjali Sharma, Director, Doordarshan, Jammu was the guest of the honour. Many schools of Jammu city and Non-Government Organisations (NGOs) took part in the programme and sang patriotic songs to celebrate the Independence Day of the country. In her address, Raj Bharti, president of Viraj Kala Kendra threw light on the importance of Independence Day and highlighted the role of women in building a strong and prosperous nation. Earlier, Professor Rita Jitendra, Advisor of the organization, welcomed the dignitaries and participants. Students of various schools including New Era Institution, Model Academy, Shiksha Nitekan Jeevan Nagar and Gandhi Nagar, Environment High School, Lawrence Public School and people from NGOs comprising Jain Taruni Mandal, Green Belt, Viraj Bal Bhawan and S D Tarapuri participated in the festival. |