Poonch Republic Day 2026: The Poonch Republic Day 2026 celebrations were held at the district Sports Stadium with patriotic fervour, where Minister Javed Rana unfurled the flag and took the salute.
POONCH MIRROR NEWS DESK JANUARY 26,2026
Poonch, January 26:The district headquarters of Poonch witnessed grand and well-organised celebrations of the 76th Republic Day at the Sports Stadium, Poonch, where the main official function was held amid a vibrant patriotic atmosphere.
The event was marked by discipline, enthusiasm and a strong sense of national pride.
Minister Javed Ahmed Rana Unfurls Tricolour
The Chief Guest, Minister Javed Ahmed Rana, unfurled the National Tricolour and took the salute at the ceremonial parade. With this, the Republic Day celebrations formally commenced in the district.
Senior officers of the district administration, police officials, public representatives, students and citizens attended the function in large numbers.
Address Highlights Constitutional Values
Addressing the gathering, Minister Javed Ahmed Rana extended warm greetings to the people on the occasion of Republic Day. He described the day as a cornerstone in India’s democratic history.
Meanwhile, the ceremonial parade was coordinated by local forces and Jammu & Kashmir Police, while cultural performances reflected the values enshrined in the Constitution of India.
He said that the Constitution of India guarantees justice, equality, liberty and fraternity to all citizens. He added that democracy thrives only when constitutional values are respected in letter and spirit.
The Minister urged citizens, especially youth, to contribute positively towards nation-building.
Tributes Paid to Freedom Fighters and Martyrs
Furthermore, he also paid rich tributes to the freedom fighters and martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation. He said their struggles laid the foundation of a sovereign and democratic India.
He called upon the people to honour their sacrifices by strengthening unity and harmony.
Colourful Cultural Performances by Students
Students performed patriotic songs and folk dances, captivating the audience with their colorful presentations.
Students from various schools across the district participated in the Poonch Republic Day 2026 cultural performances, showcasing patriotism and national unity.
The celebrations were further enriched by colourful cultural programmes presented by school students from various educational institutions of the district.
Patriotic songs, folk dances and thematic performances reflected India’s cultural diversity and national unity. Meanwhile, the performances received wide appreciation from the audience.
Role of District Administration and Deputy Commissioner
Deputy Commissioner managed all arrangements efficiently, ensuring smooth conduct of the event.
In addition,the smooth conduct of the event reflected the effective coordination of the district administration under the leadership of the Deputy Commissioner, Poonch.
All arrangements, including logistics, seating, stage management and public facilitation, were executed in a planned and timely manner.
SSP Shafqat Hussain Butt Ensures Tight Security
SSP Shafqat Hussain Butt ensured strict security measures throughout the celebrations, coordinating police and volunteers effectively.
From a security point of view, elaborate and foolproof security arrangements were put in place under the supervision of SSP Poonch, Shafqat Hussain Butt.
Earlier Poonch Police Tricolour Rally
Multiple security layers, strict access control and effective crowd management ensured the peaceful and incident-free conduct of the programme. The coordination among police, security agencies and volunteers remained commendable throughout the event.
Celebrations Conclude Peacefully
Finally, the Republic Day function concluded peacefully. Patriotism and unity filled the atmosphere. The event reaffirmed the commitment of the administration and citizens to uphold democratic values.
The celebrations at the Sports Stadium made Republic Day a memorable occasion for the people of Poonch.
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