Health Minister gives financial assistance of Rs. 5000 to each 35 family of martyrs from his salary
Chandigarh/Fazilka, December 17: To mark the sacrifice of soldiers during the 1971 Indo-Pak war at the Fazilka Sector, a special event was organised on Vijay Diwas at Asafwala War Memorial. Health & Family Welfare Minister Balbir Singh Sidhu paid homage to the martyrs on this occasion.
Addressing the gathering, Cabinet Minister Balbir Singh Sidhu said Captain-led-Punjab Government would provide every possible help to the ‘Smadh Committee’ to build up 70 feet Vijay Stambh at martyrs memorial. While providing financial assistance of Rs 5000 each to 35 family of martyrs from his salary, the Minister said we cannot monetarily compensate the supreme sacrifice the soldiers made their for the country.
He said it is because of our brave forces that we are enjoying status of freedom and sleep in peace and it is our duty to honour our armed forces and their families. He also thanked the committee to organise this event which also spread awareness about our rich history and culture among youngsters and future generation.
The Minister also honoured the members of family of martyrs and ex-servicemen. Earlier, Balbir Singh Sidhu paid homage to the martyrs at the war memorial.
Speaking on the occasion, Deputy Commissioner Manpreet Chatpal also the district administration would provide every possible financial help to the committee.
Col. (Retired) SS Gill shared the memories of 1971 Indo-Pak war and students presented a cultural programme.
Pertinently, the memorial had been built in the memory of soldiers of 1971 war where Vijay Diwas is organised every year.
