In a first of its kind initiative and for the purpose of honouring our soldiers and martyrs, a human chain will be created in the districts of Rajasthan that share an international border with Pakistan. Incidentally, the human chain, that will pass through four frontier districts of the state–Sriganganagar, Bikaner, Jaisalmer and Barmer–will cover a whopping six hundred kilometers long area formed by nearly half a million individuals of Rajasthan.

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An initiative of the state government, the even has already seen thousands of registrations from the citizens who want to be a part of this historic event. The event ‘Shahdat Ko Salaam’ (Salute to Martyrdom) will be held on August 14, a day ahead of India’s Independence Day. While in Jaipur, an event will be organised at Shaheed Smarak where the widows of the brave martyr’s will be honoured. 

“It is expected that around five lakh people will take part in the human chain initiative which will be observed between 11 am and 1 pm on August 14. All the preparations in this regard have been made. We also urge the citizens of Rajasthan to take part in this endeavour to honour the jawans and martyrs of our armed forces through this initiative,” said Ravi Jain, Commissioner, DIPR.

Moreover, lakhs of Indian Tricolour flags have been purchased for the purpose along with ropes and balloons. The balloons will be tied to the rope while the tricolour would be handed to people. Apart from this at several places, the flags would be hoisted. National anthem will also be played during the event. 

Sources reveal that not only does this event aim to honour the soldiers and martyrs, it is also aimed at letting our neighboring country know the respect the people here have for the Armed forces of India.

To make the event a success, the collectors of the four districts have been directed to make all efforts to sensitise the public about the initiative. Sources revealed that collectors and administrative officials have been holding meetings with citizen groups, villagers, city dwellers, school and college students to interact and garner support for the initiative.