RAIPUR: Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai led a spirited ‘Tiranga Yatra’ in Charaidand village of Duldula development block, Jashpur district on May 17, to mark the success of ‘Operation Sindoor’. The rally commenced from the Shiva temple and proceeded to the mango orchard, resonating with patriotic slogans like ‘Bharat Mata ki Jai’, ‘Vande Mataram’, and ‘Jai Hind’, as hundreds of citizens waved the national flag in unison.
Addressing the enthusiastic crowd of youth, women, and citizens, CM Vishnu Deo Sai highlighted that the Tiranga Yatra serves as both a homage to the brave soldiers and a reflection of the country’s united spirit. “The participation of citizens from all walks of life in such large numbers in a short span shows that India stands united in national interest,” he said.
CM Sai commended the Indian Army for its valour in ‘Operation Sindoor’, stating that under the guidance of the Prime Minister Shri Modi, the mission achieved remarkable success. He recalled how the Army, like in the aftermath of the Uri attack, delivered a strong response to the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir on April 22, which was backed by Pakistan. He paid special tribute to the people, including those from Chhattisgarh, who lost their lives in the incident.
Tiranga Yatra were simultaneously held throughout the Jashpur district—covering gram panchayats and urban bodies—to honour the Indian Army and promote national integrity. People across age groups and professions, including elected representatives, children, women, youth, and the elderly, participated with great fervour. “The people of India are wholeheartedly supporting the Indian Army’s operation against terrorism. Every citizen is proud of our soldiers who protect the nation with unmatched courage,” said CM Shri Sai.
MLA Raymuni Bhagat, Municipal Council President Arvind Bhagat, Zila Panchayat President Salik Sai, Zila Panchayat Vice President Shaurya Pratap Singh Judev, Bharat Singh, Vikramaditya Singh Judev, Sunil Gupta, Krishna Rai, Surguja Commissioner Narendra Kumar Dugga, IG Deepak Jha, Collector Rohit Vyas, SSP Shashi Mohan Singh, District Panchayat CEO Abhishek Kumar, public representatives, panchayat and municipal body representatives, officials, citizens, children, and soldiers were present.
