Patriotism reverberated throughout Uttarakhand today as the state saw the launch of the Martyrs Honor Yatra-2, a campaign to honor the valiant soldiers who gave their lives in the service of the country. The yatra was initiated by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, and this emotional journey is likely to visit all the families of the martyrs and honor their ultimate deaths.
The state of Uttarakhand is also known as Veer Bhoomi due to its unparalleled contribution to the military forces, which gave the nation numerous heroes whose courageous lives still inspire the generations. The Martyrs Honor Yatra is a bid to have the people in the state relate to the tales of these great soldiers. This is the second version of the project, with the first one making a lasting impression on the citizens and families of both martyrs and non-martyrs.
The procession will make tours of different districts of the state, visiting villages and towns in which families of martyrs live. The valiant children of the soil will receive tributes at every stop, and their families will be honored as a sign of appreciation to the state. The yatra will also promote the life stories of soldiers who have been inspirational in the lives of the youth, reminding them of the virtues of courage, sacrifice and dedication to duty, among other things, besides official ceremonies.
Chief Minister Dhami, when flagging off the yatra, once again emphasized that it is not the role of the government only to honor the martyrs, but it is the responsibility of each citizen of this nation. He pointed out the fact that the sacrifices of Uttarakhand soldiers cannot be compared, and such actions are one of the methods to make their memories remain in the minds of people. He also urged the young people to be inspired by these heroes and devote themselves to serving the country in various forms.
Not only is the Martyrs Honor Yatra-2 a symbolic tribute, but a campaign meant to bring about unity and enlist respect for the armed forces within the society. It is likely to experience the wave of involvement because people of every social status will gather hand-in-hand to honour the martyrs. To the families who lost their loved ones in the service of the country, this program gives them a sense of pride and recognition that their sacrifice is not forgotten but is known by the whole state.
As the latest to be launched is Martyrs Honor Yatra-2, Uttarakhand once more identifies itself as the home of the courageous and sends a good message of appreciation to its heroes.
