Governor interacts with children on State’s visit under Operation Sadbhavna
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SHIMLA 4th October, 2025
As part of the Indian Army’s National Integration Tour under ‘Operation Sadbhavna’, 25 children from the Gujjar and Bakarwal communities of Kathua district, Jammu & Kashmir, interacted with Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla at Raj Bhavan, Shimla, today.
The Governor interacted warmly with the students and appreciated the Indian Army’s initiative in organizing such exposure tours for the children of remote and border areas. He said that such initiatives play a vital role in promoting national integration and helping young minds understand the country’s rich diversity and development. He motivated the children to pursue education with dedication and contribute positively to the nation’s progress.
The tour, which began from Mamoon Cantt, reached Chandigarh on September 28. The students had the opportunity to meet the Governors of Punjab and Haryana and also visit the Headquarters of the Western Command. They also visited popular tourist attractions, including the Rock Garden and Sukhna Lake.
In the final leg of their journey in Shimla, the children visited Annandale Museum, the Bird Sanctuary, the Indian Institute of Advanced Studies, and the Headquarters of the Army Training Command (ARTRAC).
The students expressed their gratitude to the Indian Army for providing them with a memorable and educational experience, and to the Governor for his inspiring words and warm hospitality.
