JMC, JSCL organise
plantation drive at Tawi Ghat to commemorate 135th Birth Anniversary of Dr.
B.R. Ambedkar
Tawi Aarti to be regular
feature
JAMMU, APRIL 14: To mark the 135th Birth Anniversary
of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, the Jammu Municipal Corporation
(JMC), in collaboration with Jammu Smart City Limited (JSCL), organized a
plantation drive on the left bank of the Tawi Riverfront today.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from
civic officials, environmental volunteers, and local residents, all united in
their commitment to promoting green and sustainable urban development.
Commissioner Municipal Corporation Jammu and Chief
Executive Officer Jammu Smart City Limited, Dr. Devansh Yadav graced the
occasion and led the plantation drive.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Yadav highlighted the
importance of honoring Babasaheb’s legacy through actions that foster
environmental conservation and social well-being. “This plantation drive is a
humble tribute to the visionary who championed the values of equality and
progress. Greening our urban spaces is a step forward in building a more
inclusive and sustainable future,” he said.
Referring to the grand Tawi Aarti that was held
yesterday on the serene banks of the Tawi river, the Commissioner shared that
the event witnessed an overwhelming response, with over 5,000 enthusiastic
participants coming together to take part in the spiritual ceremony. He further
elaborated that this sacred Aarti would now be established as a regular
feature, especially during the annual Amarnath Ji Yatra, which attracts
devotees from across the country and beyond.
Highlighting the importance of such events, the
Commissioner emphasized that the Tawi Aarti would not only serve as a major
spiritual attraction for pilgrims and tourists but would also significantly
contribute to the cultural vibrancy of the region. In addition to its religious
significance, he expressed optimism that regular organization of the Aarti
would play a pivotal role in boosting local business activities along the
riverbank, providing new opportunities for vendors, artisans, and small
businesses. By transforming the Tawi riverfront into a hub of devotion and
commerce, the initiative is expected to bring lasting benefits to the local
community, fostering both economic growth and cultural enrichment. The
Commissioner concluded by stating that efforts would be made to enhance the
infrastructure and amenities around the river to accommodate the growing number
of visitors in the future, ensuring that the Tawi Aarti becomes a landmark
event that people look forward to year after year.
Among others, Joint Commissioner (A), Krishan Lal,
Deputy Commissioner (South), Lal Chand, Health Officer, Dr. Vinod Sharma, and other
senior officers and officials from JMC, JSCL, and the Forest Department
actively participated in the drive.