Srinagar, 15 Jul 2021. The ‘Swarnim Vijay Mashaal’ was taken around Srinagar
City on 15 July 2021. Citizens of Srinagar came out on the streets in large numbers
to honour the flame. Various events were organised in different parts of the city.
NCC Cadets and citizens accompanied, the ‘Victory Flame’ with great pomp and
show on boats of SDRF/NDRF and J&K Tourism through the Jhelum River in a
unique boat rally.
The Victory Flame was also carried by local NGOs and civilians with
enthusiasm through Srinagar City. As a mark of solidarity, road side events were
organised by citizens and local NGO’s at Lalded Hospital, Iqbal Park, Pratap Park,
Jogger’s Park and Rajbagh to pay homage to the ‘Victory Flame’. Each road side
event was attended by prominent citizens, Corporators from SMC, DDC
Chairpersons and DDC members. The function included a homage ceremony,
felicitation of 1971 War Veterans / Ex Servicemen and cultural programme by school
children and Hindustan Scouts & Guides.
