Border Security Force celebrates Holi at international borders

On the same day, people also joined in the celebrations.

Jammu and Kashmir:

Soldiers of the Border Security Force (BSF) and its women unit smeared their comrades with colors as they celebrated Holi at the international border on Sunday.

On the same day, people also joined in the celebrations.

Earlier in the day, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh celebrated Holi, the festival of colours, with soldiers in Leh.

He was accompanied by Army Chief General Manoj Pande and Fire and Fury Corps Commander Lieutenant General Rahim Bari.

Addressing soldiers and other senior defense personnel at the time, Rakshasa Mantri said: “If Delhi is the capital of our nation, then Ladakh is the capital of bravery. Visiting you all to celebrate Holi is the most important thing for me. One of those happy moments.” Siachen is no ordinary land. It is an unshakable symbol of India’s sovereignty and resolve. It represents our national resolve. “

“I’ve said it many times before and I’ll say it again: it’s our responsibility to take care of you, your children, your parents… your family. We’re ready for this. I don’t need to be here Tell you Rajnath added: “Just as you work hard and mentally for this country, our government is also working hard to improve our armed forces. “

Asking Army Chief Manoj Pande to establish a new tradition, the Defense Minister told the Chief of Air Staff and Chief of Naval Staff that whenever a festival comes, they should celebrate the day before and deploy soldiers and armed forces personnel at the borders, Protect national security. National sovereignty faces serious adversity.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to the citizens of the country on the eve of Holi.

Holi is a festival celebrated with great enthusiasm at home and abroad and will be celebrated on Monday, March 25 this year.

The festival is preceded by a bonfire lighting ceremony called Holika Dahan, symbolizing the burning of the demon Holika.

The festival commemorates Lord Krishna, who is believed to have spent considerable time in a region in Uttar Pradesh called Braj.

It not only replicates the spirit of Holi but also emulates the eternal love of Radha and Lord Krishna.

(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)