74 th Independence day celebrated at STC BSF KHARKAN

Hoshiarpur(ADESH ): 74 th Independence day was celebrated at STC BSF KHARKAN with festive enthusiasm and
gaiety.
The celebrations were heralded by 10 km walk which was flagged off at 0530 hrs by Sh
Sanjeev Bhanot, IG BSF , STC Kharkan.
217 personnel including Officers and Mahila staff participated in the event conducted on
Hoshiarpur- Una road. The event served to imbibe patriotism and convey the message of
unity and brotherhood among locals on this auspicious day.
The walk was followed by hoisting of the National Flag in STC campus where Tricolour was
unfurled and guard of honour presented the Rashtriya Salute. Speaking on the occasion , Sh
Sanjeev Bhanot, IG BSF greeted the assembled troops and exhorted them to work for the
Nation with examplary dedication in keeping with the Motto of BSF " Jeevan Prayant
Kartavya" . Inspector General presented sweets to the guard n assembled troops.

A plantation drive was also organised in the campus to mark the occasion in which 100
plants were planted by BSF personnel.
Badakhana has been organised for all the troops as per the Force tradition.
Dinner with 50 select personnel ,who have performed well in various fields is being organised
in the evening which will be attended by the Inspector General and all Officers.
Elaborate arrangements were undertaken to ensure meticulous implementation of Covid 19
protocol as per existing guidelines.