Raipur: To pay tribute to the nation’s martyrs and mark National Unity Day, Kabirdham Police organised a ‘Run for Unity’ on October 31. The event was part of a series of programmes conducted from Police Commemoration Day on October 21 to National Unity Day. Additional Superintendent of Police Hemasagar Sidar flagged off the run, aimed at strengthening public commitment to national unity, integrity, mutual harmony and patriotism.
The run commenced from the Office of the Superintendent of Police in Kabirdham. Participants passed through major intersections and roads before returning to the starting point. Police officers, personnel, youths and local residents took part enthusiastically, spreading the message of solidarity, brotherhood and national integrity.
Addressing the gathering, Additional Superintendent of Police Hemasagar Sidar highlighted the significance of National Unity Day and stressed the importance of preserving national integration, mutual brotherhood and social harmony. He underlined the crucial role of youth in nation-building and said that maintaining national unity was the collective responsibility of every citizen.
He observed that India’s strength lies in its diversity. Despite differences in language, attire, culture and traditions, people across the country remain united by a common national identity and the Constitution. He urged participants to adopt the values of national unity in their daily lives and contribute positively to the country’s progress.
The event witnessed the participation of senior police officials, including Additional Superintendent of Police Hemasagar Sidar, Deputy Superintendent of Police (Headquarters) Ashish Shukla, Sub-Divisional Officer of Police Prashant Devangan, Deputy Superintendents of Police Pramila Mandavi and Anju Kumari, and Reserve Inspector Pushpendra Singh, along with a large number of police personnel.
Trainees from Swami Vivekananda Academy, local youths and residents also joined the programme in large numbers.
Through the initiative, Kabirdham Police conveyed the message that protecting the nation’s unity and integrity is the collective duty of every citizen. Mutual brotherhood, social harmony, discipline and dedication to the country form the foundation of a strong and united India. The active participation of police personnel, youths and citizens spread the message of patriotism while paying tribute to the brave martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation.
