Srinagar, Jan 26 (Reporter) The 75th Republic Day function was held in Srinagar and other major district headquarters of the valley went off peacefully on Friday. The main function was held at Bakshi Stadium where Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, unfurled the National Flag. He inspected the parade and saluted the contingents of JKP, BSF, CRPF, JKAP, SSB, ITBP, IRP, Women contingent, Forest Protection Force and NCC. Addressing the huge gathering, Advisor Bhatnagar extended his heart warming greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir as well as members of Armed Forces, Paramilitary Forces, Central and UT level police forces for their contribution in maintaining the security and integrity of our nation He said this year our country is celebrating the day under the theme “India – Mother of Democracy’’ and ‘’Viksit Bharat’’. Bhatnagar remarked that in 1950 the Constitution of India came into effect, the constitution crafted under the visionary leadership of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, not only guaranteed fundamental rights and freedoms but also enshrined the values of justice, equality, and fraternity. He called upon the citizens that besides honouring our constitution, we all should reaffirm our commitment to justice, liberty, equality and fraternity and stand together against intolerance and discrimination, fostering an environment where every citizen can thrive, irrespective of caste, creed or gender. The Advisor remarked that in the face of global challenges, India has shown unwavering determination and from technological advancements to economic growth on the international stage. He highlighted that the economy of our country is progressing at a stable pace and that even in the face of difficult circumstances during the global financial downturn, our performance was appreciable. Bhatnagar said that Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing massive development from the last four, five years. From health sector to physical infrastructure and from seamless citizen centric governance through digital means to improved service delivery to the public, every sector has taken a flight of development. The Advisor on the occasion also paid glowing tributes to the brave hearts who safeguard our borders “I convey my special appreciation to our Jawans who guard our borders and are ready to make any sacrifice for the country. I also express my appreciation for all the brave soldiers of paramilitary forces and police-forces who provide internal security to their fellow citizens,”,he said. On the occasion, a colourful cultural programme was also presented by the artists of J&K Academy of Art Culture and Languages as well as school and College students in the form of traditional Rouf, Bandpather, Dambali and others which mesmerised the audiences. The Advisor on the occasion, also presented awards to winners of Best March Past, Best cultural programme as well as other categories. At Bakshi stadium, people including a good number of women were seen in long queues, waiting to enter to witness the function. Adequate security arrangements were made in Srinagar and all other major towns of the valley to thwart any untoward incident during the Republic Day function. Reports of Republic Day functions were also received from all district headquarters of the Kashmir valley that went off peacefully...////...