Leh, March 4 Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta celebrated Holi with soldiers of the Fire and Fury Corps here on Wednesday, and expressed gratitude for their unwavering service to the nation, officials said.
Gupta was received by the General Officer Commanding of the 14 Corps, Lieutenant General Hitesh Bhalla, and Chief of Staff Major General Sudhanshu Sharma, along with other senior Army officers.
The event reflected the true spirit of Holi, marked by warmth, camaraderie, and vibrant celebrations, a Lok Bhawan spokesperson said.
Extending his greetings to the force on behalf of the people of Ladakh, Gupta said Holi symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, the arrival of spring, and the enduring values of unity, harmony, and brotherhood.
While citizens across the country celebrate festivals with their families, it is the constant vigilance, courage, and sacrifice of the soldiers serving in Ladakh's challenging terrain and extreme weather conditions that ensure peace and security across the nation, Gupta said.
Interacting with the jawans, the lieutenant governor expressed pride in their exemplary service and acknowledged their invaluable contribution in safeguarding India's borders, the spokesperson said.
Gupta said celebrating festivals like Holi with the armed forces strengthens the bond between the people and the protectors of the nation.
He also urged citizens to imbibe the spirit of unity and shared responsibility symbolized by the festival and actively contribute towards nation-building and the vision of a developed India by 2047.
Gupta, who shared sweets with the troops, later celebrated Holi with the officials and staff at the Lok Niwas and the L-G Secretariat in Leh.