The Directorate of Women and Child Development (WCD), in collaboration with the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU) Papumpare, organized a solemn commemoration of Veer Baal Diwas at the CCI Oju Welfare Association in Naharlagun.1
The event was graced by the presence of distinguished dignitaries, including Mimum Tayeng, Secretary of Women and Child Development, Joint Secretary Sangeeta Yirang, Chairperson of Oju Welfare Ratan Aniya, and Director TW Thongun, alongside esteemed officials from the Directorate and the DCPU Papumpare team.
Veer Baal Diwas commemorates the extraordinary courage and unwavering faith of Sahibzada Zorawar Singh Ji and Sahibzada Fateh Singh Ji, the young sons of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, who faced adversity with immense fortitude.2 Their unwavering commitment to their principles serves as a beacon of resilience and integrity for generations to come.
The event emphasized the importance of drawing inspiration from the martyrs’ bravery to advocate for the welfare and rights of all children. It underscored the collective responsibility of society to protect and empower children, ensuring they thrive in an environment of care, respect, and nurturing.
