DOGRA HERALD BUREAU
POONCH, Oct 18
In a solemn observance of Students’ Martyrdom Day, the Jammu Joint Students’ Federation (JJSF) held a three-day fast at Shahidi Sthal GGM Science College, Jammu from 16th to 18th October to honor the brave students who sacrificed their lives for the establishment of higher education institutions in Jammu and in protest against the relocation of the Agriculture University from Jammu to Kashmir. This heartfelt event commemorated those martyrs whose sacrifices led to the foundation of Jammu University, Government Medical College, and Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology (SKUAST). On the final day, a Havan Yagna was performed, invoking blessings and paying homage to the martyrs. The fast concluded in the presence of Shri Yudhvir Sethi, MLA of Jammu East constituency and Chief Guest, alongside Pushvinder Singh, State President of JJSF, Prof. Romesh Gupta, Principal GGM Science College, and Prof. B B Anand Principal MAM College Jammu, who served juice to the fasting students.
In his address, Shri Yudhvir Sethi praised the unwavering commitment of the students and JJSF activists, emphasizing the importance of remembering the sacrifices made by the martyrs for educational development in Jammu. He noted that these sacrifices have paved the way for numerous higher learning institutions that benefit countless students today.
Keshav Sharma, General Secretary of JJSF, also addressed the gathering, highlighting pressing issues such as the deteriorating condition of Shahidi Sthal and the urgent need for female and public toilet facilities in the vicinity of GGM Science College. Prof. Gupta agreed to provide space for the toilets, while Yudhvir Sethi assured that these demands would be fulfilled on priority. Pushvinder Singh reaffirmed JJSF’s commitment to upholding the legacy of the martyrs, stating that the establishment of Jammu University, Medical College, and Agricultural University is a direct result of the student movement.
He urged the younger generation to carry forward their vision of educational empowerment.
The students who observed fast for 3 days included Ritik Verma, Eklavaya Salathia, Sahil Dogra, and Gourav Sharma, whose dedication was commendable. Others present at the occasion included Vishal Dogra, Kartik Minya, Vasu, Vansh Mahajan, Dhreej Pawa, Tuhed, Akash, Samaksh, Raghav Singh, Adil Qureshi, Danish Verma, Vansh Sharma, Munish Khullar, and Ansh. This three-day fast was not only a tribute to the past but also a source of inspiration for the youth to remain united in preserving the values of education, sacrifice, and social progress.
