Minicoy- Aug 15:- The 66th
Independence Day celebrated at Minicoy befittingly on 15.8.2012 in an unfavorable
weather due to the Monsoon Rain. Programmes commenced with the Prabhadaberi
organized by the Information & Public Relations Unit with the help of Aloodi
Brothers Club at 6.30 AM. At sharp 9.20 AM Shri. Anoop Thakur Deputy Collector
unfurled the National tri colour at Mini Stadium and received Rastriya Salute
with National Anthem. Lakshadweep Police, IR Battalion and Coastal Police took
part in ceremonial Parade.
In his
Independence Day address Shri. Anoop Thakur expressed his greetings to all and
reminiscenced the sacrifices of our freedom fighters, National Leaders and
martyrs who laid down their lives for the sake of the Independence and
sovereignty of the nation as well as to free India from the British Rule. He
highlighted the dedicated services and contributions of all forces who safe
guards the boundaries of India,
Army Navy and Air force and other security forces. He also requested the people to fight against
the anti social elements and work hard for the unity and integrity of our great
nation. He recalled the developmental activities took place in various fields
since Independence in our nation especially in Lakshadweep and Minicoy.
Referring to the
achievements, developments and welfare programmes implemented in Minicoy, he
pointed out the actions and ongoing projects in various sectors such as Port
Shipping and Aviation, Education, Health, LPWD, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Fisheries,
Electricity, Science & Technology, Environment and Forests etc.
While concluding
his address he expressed his sincere and heartfelt gratitude towards the
wholehearted co-operation extended by the Panchayat functionaries both DP/VDP,
Political leaders, Village Moopans and distinguished heads of institutions and
their colleagues, Voluntary Organizations for their support and cooperation
extended to the Administration in effectively implementing various welfare and
developmental schemes of the Government. As true Indians, let us rejuvenate the
spirit of patriotism, reaffirm our faith and pledge to dedicate ourselves to
the cause of the nation, he said.
Two Senior
Citizens of Minicoy namely Shri. Malege Bodu Ibrahimkaka-90, Bada Village
Smt.Kadha Athirikoluge Uthurufarathuge-84, Kendiparty Village were honoured by distributing
Cash Awards of Rs.2500/- each and mementoes by the Deputy Collector by visiting
their respective houses after in the ceremonial function as a part of celebrating
Independence Day. Ramzan Kits were distributed
to all in the function as a token of Holy Ramzan immediately after the
ceremonial function.
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