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Srinagar, Aug 13: To assess preparedness, synchronize ceremonial proceedings and identify any gaps requiring immediate attention, full dress rehearsals for the upcoming 80th Independence Day celebrations were held across all districts of Kashmir Division with dignity, discipline and patriotic fervour.
The rehearsals marked the culmination of extensive preparation and provided a vibrant preview of the grandeur and patriotic spirit that will exemplify the national celebration on August 15.
The rehearsals featured an impressive March Past by several contingents, showcasing discipline, coordination and ceremonial precision. The events also witnessed captivating cultural presentations by students and various performing troupes that underscored the values of patriotism, discipline and national unity.
Srinagar
The Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, hoisted the National Flag, oversaw the parade, and received the salute during the full dress rehearsal for Independence Day festivities at Bakshi Stadium, Srinagar.
Several contingents participated in the march-past parade, including units from the Police, CRPF, NCC Cadets, students, and various security agencies.
Later, the Divisional Commissioner witnessed a series of cultural performances that showcased patriotic and cultural songs performed by different artist groups, troupes, and students, aimed at fostering national pride among the citizens.
Senior officials present on the occasion included the IGP Kashmir, DIGPs, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, SSP Srinagar, and other high-ranking officers from security and administrative departments.
Earlier, the Divisional Commissioner laid floral wreath at Balidan Stambh, where he was welcomed by the Deputy Commissioner of Srinagar, DIG Police, and other civil and police administration officials.
Baramulla
The full dress rehearsal for the 80th Independence Day celebrations was successfully conducted today at Showkat Ali Stadium, Khawaja Bagh, Baramulla, ahead of the main function scheduled to be held at the same venue on August 15.
ADDC Baramulla, Pranjal J. Hazarika, unfurled the Tricolour during the ceremony. The National Song was presented first, followed by the unfurling of the National Flag and the National Anthem.
The ceremonial march-past was presented by contingents of Police, CRPF, SSB, Fire & Emergency Services, BSF, NCC and students, showcasing discipline, coordination and patriotic spirit.
Anantnag
A full dress rehearsal for the upcoming Independence Day 2026 celebrations was held today at Shaheed Himayun Muzzamil Memorial, Government Degree College (Boys), Anantnag.
Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Anantnag, Vikas Ahlawat, hoisted the National Flag and took the salute at the march past which was presented by the contingents from CRPF, J&K Police, Home Guards, Fire & Emergency Services, NCC, and various schools.
Addressing the gathering, the ADC paid rich tributes to the nation's freedom fighters, leaders, and martyrs who made supreme sacrifices for the freedom of the country. He emphasized that it is due to their countless efforts and glorious struggle that we are living in an independent country.
Shopian
A full dress rehearsal for Independence Day celebrations was today held at District Police Lines (DPL) Shopian.
Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz, who was the Chief Guest, hoisted the National Flag and took the salute of the parade.
Bandipora
The full dress rehearsal for the 80th Independence Day celebrations was held today across Bandipora district with patriotic fervour and active participation of students, security forces, officials and the general public.
The main function was held at Government Higher Secondary School Nadihal, Bandipora, where Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Bandipora, Nazir Ahmad Mir, hoisted the National Flag, inspected the parade and took the salute at the march-past.
Kulgam
In preparation for the 80th Independence Day celebrations, a full dress rehearsal was conducted today with patriotic fervor at the District Police Lines, Kulgam.
Additional Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Vikar Ahmad Giri, was the chief guest on the occasion who hoisted the National Flag and took the salute during an impressive march past. The ADC inspected the parade and reviewed the preparedness of all participating contingents.
The march past, led by Dheeraj Shavan, Dy.SP, was presented by contingents of J&K Police, JK Armed Police, CRPF, Women’s Contingent of J&K Police, Home Guards, NCC Cadets, Band Squad and students from various schools of the district. The contingents displayed synchronized drills, band performances, and ceremonial maneuvers, reflecting high standards of discipline and coordination ahead of August 15.
Budgam
In connection with the Independence Day-2026 celebrations, a full dress rehearsal was held today at Sports Stadium Budgam.
Additional District Development Commissioner Budgam, Vivek Agarwal, hoisted the National Flag and took salute at the march-past presented by contingents of Police, J&K Armed Police (JKAP), CRPF, NCC and students from various schools of the district.
Kupwara
A full dress rehearsal for the celebration of the 80th Independence Day was held today at District Police Lines (DPL), Zangli, Kupwara, as part of the preparations for the district-level Independence Day function.
Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kupwara, Gulzar Ahmad, inspected the parade and took the salute during the march-past. The parade featured contingents from Jammu & Kashmir Police, J&K Armed Police (JKAP), CRPF, BSF, Forest Protection Force, besides contingents of school students.
The Pipe and Brass Bands of BSF, J&K Police, JKAP and the Army added patriotic fervour to the rehearsal with their coordinated performances during the march-past.
Handwara
Tehsildar Zeeshan Khan hoisted the National Flag and took the salute during the march-past, while at Sogam, Tehsildar Saqib Mortaza hoisted the National Flag and took the salute.
Pulwama
A full-dress rehearsal for the Independence Day 2026 celebrations was held today at the District Police Lines (DPL), Pulwama.
The Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Pulwama, Dr. S.M Ashraf hoisted the National Flag and took the salute at the march past.
The parade, attended by senior officers from the district administration, police and security forces, featured impressive contingents from various security agencies and local schools. The participants demonstrated excellent marching skills and discipline, reflecting the spirit of patriotism and unity.
Ganderbal
A full dress rehearsal for the forthcoming Independence Day-2026 was held today at Qamaria Stadium, Ganderbal.
Additional District Development Commissioner Ganderbal unfurled the National Flag, inspected the parade and took the salute at the march-past presented by contingents of Police, security forces, Home Guards and students from various educational institutions.
The rehearsal witnessed enthusiastic participation of officers and officials of the Civil and Police Administration, security personnel and school students. The disciplined march-past and patriotic performances by students added to the patriotic fervour and provided a preview of the celebrations scheduled for August 15.
Srinagar, Aug 13: To assess preparedness, synchronize ceremonial proceedings and identify any gaps requiring immediate attention, full dress rehearsals for the upcoming 80th Independence Day celebrations were held across all districts of Kashmir Division with dignity, discipline and patriotic fervour.
The rehearsals marked the culmination of extensive preparation and provided a vibrant preview of the grandeur and patriotic spirit that will exemplify the national celebration on August 15.
The rehearsals featured an impressive March Past by several contingents, showcasing discipline, coordination and ceremonial precision. The events also witnessed captivating cultural presentations by students and various performing troupes that underscored the values of patriotism, discipline and national unity.
Srinagar
The Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, hoisted the National Flag, oversaw the parade, and received the salute during the full dress rehearsal for Independence Day festivities at Bakshi Stadium, Srinagar.
Several contingents participated in the march-past parade, including units from the Police, CRPF, NCC Cadets, students, and various security agencies.
Later, the Divisional Commissioner witnessed a series of cultural performances that showcased patriotic and cultural songs performed by different artist groups, troupes, and students, aimed at fostering national pride among the citizens.
Senior officials present on the occasion included the IGP Kashmir, DIGPs, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, SSP Srinagar, and other high-ranking officers from security and administrative departments.
Earlier, the Divisional Commissioner laid floral wreath at Balidan Stambh, where he was welcomed by the Deputy Commissioner of Srinagar, DIG Police, and other civil and police administration officials.
Baramulla
The full dress rehearsal for the 80th Independence Day celebrations was successfully conducted today at Showkat Ali Stadium, Khawaja Bagh, Baramulla, ahead of the main function scheduled to be held at the same venue on August 15.
ADDC Baramulla, Pranjal J. Hazarika, unfurled the Tricolour during the ceremony. The National Song was presented first, followed by the unfurling of the National Flag and the National Anthem.
The ceremonial march-past was presented by contingents of Police, CRPF, SSB, Fire & Emergency Services, BSF, NCC and students, showcasing discipline, coordination and patriotic spirit.
Anantnag
A full dress rehearsal for the upcoming Independence Day 2026 celebrations was held today at Shaheed Himayun Muzzamil Memorial, Government Degree College (Boys), Anantnag.
Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Anantnag, Vikas Ahlawat, hoisted the National Flag and took the salute at the march past which was presented by the contingents from CRPF, J&K Police, Home Guards, Fire & Emergency Services, NCC, and various schools.
Addressing the gathering, the ADC paid rich tributes to the nation's freedom fighters, leaders, and martyrs who made supreme sacrifices for the freedom of the country. He emphasized that it is due to their countless efforts and glorious struggle that we are living in an independent country.
Shopian
A full dress rehearsal for Independence Day celebrations was today held at District Police Lines (DPL) Shopian.
Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz, who was the Chief Guest, hoisted the National Flag and took the salute of the parade.
Bandipora
The full dress rehearsal for the 80th Independence Day celebrations was held today across Bandipora district with patriotic fervour and active participation of students, security forces, officials and the general public.
The main function was held at Government Higher Secondary School Nadihal, Bandipora, where Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Bandipora, Nazir Ahmad Mir, hoisted the National Flag, inspected the parade and took the salute at the march-past.
Kulgam
In preparation for the 80th Independence Day celebrations, a full dress rehearsal was conducted today with patriotic fervor at the District Police Lines, Kulgam.
Additional Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Vikar Ahmad Giri, was the chief guest on the occasion who hoisted the National Flag and took the salute during an impressive march past. The ADC inspected the parade and reviewed the preparedness of all participating contingents.
The march past, led by Dheeraj Shavan, Dy.SP, was presented by contingents of J&K Police, JK Armed Police, CRPF, Women’s Contingent of J&K Police, Home Guards, NCC Cadets, Band Squad and students from various schools of the district. The contingents displayed synchronized drills, band performances, and ceremonial maneuvers, reflecting high standards of discipline and coordination ahead of August 15.
Budgam
In connection with the Independence Day-2026 celebrations, a full dress rehearsal was held today at Sports Stadium Budgam.
Additional District Development Commissioner Budgam, Vivek Agarwal, hoisted the National Flag and took salute at the march-past presented by contingents of Police, J&K Armed Police (JKAP), CRPF, NCC and students from various schools of the district.
Kupwara
A full dress rehearsal for the celebration of the 80th Independence Day was held today at District Police Lines (DPL), Zangli, Kupwara, as part of the preparations for the district-level Independence Day function.
Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kupwara, Gulzar Ahmad, inspected the parade and took the salute during the march-past. The parade featured contingents from Jammu & Kashmir Police, J&K Armed Police (JKAP), CRPF, BSF, Forest Protection Force, besides contingents of school students.
The Pipe and Brass Bands of BSF, J&K Police, JKAP and the Army added patriotic fervour to the rehearsal with their coordinated performances during the march-past.
Handwara
Tehsildar Zeeshan Khan hoisted the National Flag and took the salute during the march-past, while at Sogam, Tehsildar Saqib Mortaza hoisted the National Flag and took the salute.
Pulwama
A full-dress rehearsal for the Independence Day 2026 celebrations was held today at the District Police Lines (DPL), Pulwama.
The Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Pulwama, Dr. S.M Ashraf hoisted the National Flag and took the salute at the march past.
The parade, attended by senior officers from the district administration, police and security forces, featured impressive contingents from various security agencies and local schools. The participants demonstrated excellent marching skills and discipline, reflecting the spirit of patriotism and unity.
Ganderbal
A full dress rehearsal for the forthcoming Independence Day-2026 was held today at Qamaria Stadium, Ganderbal.
Additional District Development Commissioner Ganderbal unfurled the National Flag, inspected the parade and took the salute at the march-past presented by contingents of Police, security forces, Home Guards and students from various educational institutions.
The rehearsal witnessed enthusiastic participation of officers and officials of the Civil and Police Administration, security personnel and school students. The disciplined march-past and patriotic performances by students added to the patriotic fervour and provided a preview of the celebrations scheduled for August 15.
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