Srinagar, Aug. 12 -- From Budgam to Bandipora, students, locals, officials, police, CAPFs, and civil society members marched with the tricolour, sang patriotic songs, and pledged unity.

In Budgam, DC Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat and SSP Nikhil Borkar flagged off a rally from the Sports Stadium to Bahisht-e-Zehra Park, terming it a testament to the district's spirit. Ganderbal DC Jatin Kishore led a similar march from Mini Secretariat to Qamaria Ground, calling for mass participation in Independence Day events.

Pulwama's rally, led by DC Dr. Basharat Qayoom and SSP P.D. Nitya, included tributes to martyrs, a bike march, cultural performances, and the Viksit Bharat pledge. Kupwara's DC Shrikant Balasaheb Suse, along with thousands, marched ...