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"Preparations for Eid Al-Adha have been done": J-K Waqf Board
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 2 (ANI): BJP leader and Chairperson of the J&K Waqf Board, Darakhshan Andrabi, on Monday assured that comprehensive preparations are in place with the support of security forces and civil administration for the upcoming Eid-al-Adha festival. Speaking to ANI, Andrabi emphasised the importance of communal harmony and cautioned against posting ritual images on social media, warning that such actions can foster societal divisions. 'The security is present here along with all the officers of the civil administration. A meeting was held with them to tell them that the preparations for Eid Al-Adha have been done. It is not possible in the absence of security and civil discussed a lot of topics here in the meeting. Some people post photos of rituals on social media, which creates division in society. This should not happen,' the BJP leader said. Meanwhile, Eidgah Imam Maulana Khalid Rasheed Farangi Mahali issued a comprehensive 12-point advisory on Monday to ensure the festival is observed with hygiene, respect, and social responsibility. Speaking to ANI, Mahali said, 'A 12-point advisory has been issued for Eid-Ul-Adha, where Muslims are advised that while performing the ritual of sacrifice, please maintain hygiene and cleanliness. The ritual should be done on designated spots, not on roadsides or streets.' The Imam also requested that no videos or photos of the sacrificial ritual be taken or uploaded to social media. Eidagh Imam Mahali added, 'No video or photo of the sacrificial ritual should be taken or uploaded to social media. Distribute one part of the sacrificed animal among the poor and needy... Pray for the safety of your family and the soldiers protecting our nation on the border...' The holy festival of Eid al-Adha, also known as the 'festival of sacrifice' is celebrated on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the 12th month of the Islamic calendar. Eid al-Adha is the second Islamic festival of the year and follows Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting. The date changes every year, as it's based on the Islamic lunar calendar, which is about 11 days shorter than the Western 365-day Gregorian calendar. It is celebrated as a commemoration of Prophet Abraham's willingness to sacrifice everything for God. (ANI)
India Gazette
17-05-2025
- Politics
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BJP leaders visit Uri, assess damage from cross-border shelling, promise relief and support
Uri (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 17 (ANI): A delegation of senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders, led by BJP General Secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul and Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board Chairperson Darakhshan Andrabi, on Sauturday visited several border villages in the Uri sector of Baramulla district in north Kashmir. The visit aimed to assess the situation on the ground and express solidarity with the residents affected by Pakistani shelling post India's Operation Sindoor on May 7 which was launched in retaliation to April 22 Pahalgam, in which 26 people were killed. Pakistan had targeted civilian areas along Jammu and Kashmir and the Line of Control (LoC), resulting in civilian deaths and significant damage to residential infrastructure. The delegation interacted with families who suffered from the shelling, listening to their grievances and assuring them that their concerns would be conveyed to both the Central government and the UT administration to redress immediately. Local BJP leaders and party functionaries accompanied the delegation, emphasising the party's commitment to supporting border residents in times of crisis. Darakhshan Andrabi, Senior BJP leader and Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board Chairperson, speaking to ANI, said, 'We have visited various places and seen the damage caused by cross-border shelling to the buildings. While the loss of life hasn't been significant, there has been a considerable financial loss. For now, we have provided all the immediate relief that we could.' She assured that a comprehensive assessment would be made, and the findings would be presented to the Central government to ensure aid and relief for those affected. During the visit, the leaders toured damaged properties and interacted with community elders. They underscored the BJP's focus on ensuring security, compensation, and rehabilitation for those impacted. The delegation assured locals that their voices would be heard at the highest levels, advocating for concrete measures to address their hardships and improve their living conditions in the long term. Saima, a victim of the border shelling, while speaking to ANI, said, 'After the shelling, we suffered a lot of losses. We have nothing left except these clothes. We are appealing to the government to give us something, a place to stay. First of all, we need bunkers for our safety. We have nothing, my father is poor. Where will we get anything from?' She continued, urging both India and Pakistan to hold dialogues: 'We are suffering, and poor people like us are dying. We urge both countries to talk and find peace, as only through dialogue can peace be achieved.' Another victim echoed similar sentiments, emphasising the need for a continued ceasefire. He said, 'We want the ceasefire to continue to ensure that the peace remains. Our agriculture, which was our livelihood, has been destroyed. We request the government to keep the ceasefire going so that we can educate our children and revive our businesses.' In addition, another resident shared, 'Our homes have been destroyed by Pakistani shelling, and now we have nothing left. We don't have food, nothing to sustain us, just the clothes on our backs. We appeal to the government for peace so that we can survive and continue our daily work.' The Waqf Chairman also highlighted the need for bunkers in border areas, saying, 'People are demanding that we should have bunkers here. This is necessary because every house should have a bunker. When we build homes, we must think about safety from the start, especially in border areas where unfortunate incidents can happen at any time.' Meanwhile, CM Abdullah emphasised the government's commitment to providing individual bunkers to residents in response to their demands. 'Again, bunkers are now a topic of discussion. For several years, we were not in need of bunkers. Now, the people have demanded individual bunkers, not community ones. We will arrange bunkers for all the regions affected by the shelling,' CM Abdullah told reporters. India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 as a decisive military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people were killed. Indian Armed Forces targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, leading to the death of over 100 terrorists affiliated with terror outfits like the Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba and Hizbul Mujahideen. After the attack, Pakistan retaliated with cross-border shelling across the Line of Control and Jammu and Kashmir as well as attempted drone attacks along the border regions, following which, India launched a coordinated attack and damaged radar infrastructure, communication centres and airfields across 11 airbases in Pakistan. After this, on May 10, an understanding regarding the cessation of hostilities between India and Pakistan was announced. (ANI)
India Gazette
16-05-2025
- Politics
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Bhubaneswar: Rashtriya Suraksha Nagarik Samaj holds 'Tiranga Yatra' to honour armed forces
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], May 16 (ANI): Rashtriya Suraksha Nagarik Samaj organised a 'Tiranga Yatra' in Bhubaneswar to honour the Indian armed forces and commemorate Operation Sindoor. The event saw enthusiastic participation from locals, expressing their solidarity and respect towards the nation's soldiers. The yatra highlighted the community's commitment to supporting the armed forces and remembering their sacrifices. In a major public outreach, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched a nationwide Tiranga Yatra on Tuesday. The yatra aims to honour the valour of Indian soldiers and inform citizens about Operation Sindoor's recent success. BJP's 'Tiranga Yatra', which began on Tuesday, will continue till May 23. On Wednesday, the BJP organised the 'Tiranga Yatra' in states such as Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Odisha. Today, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan led the Tiranga Yatra rally in Sambalpur, Odisha, in solidarity with the Indian armed forces. The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation as people joined to express their support and pride for the armed forces. The event aimed to honour the dedication and sacrifices of the defence personnel. On Thursday, BJP MP Naveen Jindal led a 'Tiranga Yatra' at Jindal Steel and Power's Angul steel plant in Odisha. Thousands participated in the patriotic march to honour the Indian Armed Forces following the success of Operation Sindoor. During the event, Jindal also announced a financial contribution of Rs 5 crores to the families of the security personnel who have lost their lives and to those whose houses have been damaged in J&K. 'In Jindal Steel and Power's Angul steel plant, we conducted a 'Tiranga Yatra' in which thousands of people participated. We aimed to thank our Armed Forces personnel and PM Modi for the success of Operation Sindoor.' During the event, Jindal also announced a financial contribution of Rs 5 crores to the families of the security personnel who have lost their lives and to those whose houses have been damaged in J&K. 'We will be giving a total of Rs 5 crore to the families of the security personnel who have lost their lives and to those whose houses have been damaged in J&K,' he added. Further, Jindal criticised Turkey's stance on the India-Pakistan conflict and said, 'The way Turkey openly supported Pakistan has upset our people, and this will give a major blow to Turkey. I hope Turkey will realise its mistake and correct it.' Meanwhile, BJP workers also organised a 'Tiranga Yatra' in Srinagar. The yatra commenced from Sheri Kashmir Park to Lal Chowk and was led by BJP leader and Chairperson of J-K Waqf Board Darakhshan Andrabi. Darakhshan Andrabi commended the Indian Armed Forces over the success of Operation Sindoor and emphasised that every Indian citizen is proud of the Indian soldiers and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. She dedicated the 'Tiranga Rally' to the unity and pride of the country, which is a message for the entire world. In the early hours of May 7, the Indian Armed Forces conducted strikes at nine terror hideouts in the deep areas of Pakistan and Pakistan Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) under the 'Operation Sindoor' in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. (ANI)
India Gazette
16-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Maharashtra minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule leads 'Tiranga' rally in Nagpur
Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], May 16 (ANI): Maharashtra Minister and state BJP president Chandrashekhar Bawankule led the 'Tiranga Yatra' organised in Nagpur on Thursday, following the success of Operation Sindoor. Chandrashekhar Bawankule, while briefing the media informed that over 1500 'Tiranga Rallies' will be organised in Maharashtra from May 16 to 20. He highlighted that apart from the 'Tiranga' rally, 'Sindoor' rallies will also be organised and members from all the NDA parties will participate in it. 'Over 1500 Tiranga rallies are being organised in Maharashtra between today and 20th May. Yesterday, CM Devendra Fadnavis conducted a Tiranga rally in Mumbai. People from all NDA parties are taking part in these rallies. There will also be 'Sindoor' rallies. The public is with our Armed Forces and the nation', Chandrashekhar Bawankule told reporters. In a major public outreach, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched a nationwide Tiranga Yatra on Tuesday. The yatra aims to honour the valour of Indian soldiers and inform citizens about Operation Sindoor's recent success. BJP's 'Tiranga Yatra', which began on Tuesday, will continue till May 23. On Wednesday, the BJP organised the 'Tiranga Yatra' in states such as Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Odisha. The BJP workers organised a 'Tiranga Yatra' in Srinagar on Thursday in honour of the Indian Armed Forces following the success of Operation Sindoor. The 'Tiranga Rally', which commenced from Sheri Kashmir Park to Lal Chowk, was led by BJP leader and Chairperson of J-K Waqf Board, Darakhshan Andrabi. Darakhshan Andrabi commended the Indian Armed Forces over the success of Operation Sindoor and emphasised that every Indian citizen is proud of the Indian soldiers and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. She dedicated the 'Tiranga Rally' to the unity and pride of the country, which is a message for the entire world.'Operation Sindoor was very successful and the power shown by Indian army is the basis of this Tiranga Rally... Every Indian is proud of the Indian soldiers and the Prime Minister... This is for unity and the pride of the country; this is a message for the entire world. We showed that we have the greatest army and we can fight anyone and gain victory', she told ANI. (ANI)
India Gazette
15-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
BJP organises 'Tiranga Rally' in Srinagar following Operation Sindoor
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 15 (ANI): The BJP workers organised a 'Tiranga Yatra' in Srinagar on Thursday in honour of the Indian Armed Forces following the success of Operation Sindoor. The 'Tiranga Rally', which commenced from Sheri Kashmir Park to Lal Chowk, was led by BJP leader and Chairperson of J-K Waqf Board, Darakhshan Andrabi. Darakhshan Andrabi commended the Indian Armed Forces over the success of Operation Sindoor and emphasised that every Indian citizen is proud of the Indian soldiers and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. She dedicated the 'Tiranga Rally' to the unity and pride of the country, which is a message for the entire world. 'Operation Sindoor was very successful and the power shown by Indian army is the basis of this Tiranga Rally... Every Indian is proud of the Indian soldiers and the Prime Minister... This is for unity and the pride of the country; this is a message for the entire world. We showed that we have the greatest army and we can fight anyone and gain victory', she told ANI. In a major public outreach, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched a nationwide Tiranga Yatra on Tuesday. The yatra aims to honour the valour of Indian soldiers and inform citizens about Operation Sindoor's recent success. BJP's 'Tiranga Yatra', which began on Tuesday, will continue till May 23. On Wednesday, the BJP organised the 'Tiranga Yatra' in states such as Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Odisha. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami led the 'Tiranga Shaurya Samman Yatra' in Dehradun, whereas UP CM Yogi Adityanath flagged off the 'Tiranga Rally' in Lucknow. In Bhubaneswar, the 'Tiranga Yatra' was led by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. In the early hours of May 7, the Indian Armed Forces conducted strikes at nine terror hideouts in the deep areas of Pakistan and Pakistan Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) under the 'Operation Sindoor' in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. (ANI)
