📍 Srinagar | Sunday, 4th April 2021
The Global Strategic Policy Foundation Pune (GSPFP), in collaboration with Save Youth Save Future (SYSF), successfully organized a grand felicitation event at the prestigious Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), Srinagar, to honour the next of kin of Kashmiri martyrs who laid down their lives in service to the Nation.
The event was overwhelmingly well-received and brought together some of India’s most distinguished military and strategic minds to pay tribute to the real-life heroes of Jammu and Kashmir. The initiative aimed not only to recognize the sacrifices made by these brave families but also to inspire unity, nationalism, and hope across the region.
The carefully curated panel of experts and dignitaries included:
Lt. General Syed Ata Hasnain
Chancellor, Central University of Kashmir
Member, NDMA
Former GOC 15 Chinar Corps, Srinagar
Architect of the famous “Heart Doctrine”, known as “The People’s General” for his deep connection with Kashmir and its people.
Lt. General Sanjay Kulkarni
India’s Siachen Hero, Former DG Infantry
Strategic expert on Siachen, Ladakh, Kargil, and J&K security dynamics.
Vice Admiral Anup Singh
Former Commander-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command
A global expert in maritime commerce and Blue Ocean Strategy.
General V.K. Singh
Former Chief of Army Staff
Former Minister of State for External Affairs
Currently MoS for Road Transport & Highways, spearheading infrastructure projects in J&K.
Spent part of his childhood and schooling in Kashmir.
Hon. Lt. Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, Mr. Manoj Sinha
A visionary leader and IIT-BHU alumnus
Known for his tireless efforts for the development and welfare of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Hon. Governor of Kerala, Mr. Arif Mohammed Khan
Eminent scholar, reformist, poet, and orator
A symbol of communal harmony and national integration, respected for his knowledge of both the Quran and the Bhagavad Gita.
It was an honour for Save Youth Save Future (SYSF) to be a partner and organizer of such a historic and emotional event, dedicated to the families of our nation’s bravest sons.
“SYSF is committed to supporting every initiative that unites our people, honours our martyrs, and strengthens the fabric of our great nation,” said Mr. Wajahat Farooq Bhat, Chairman, SYSF.
SYSF extends heartfelt thanks to:
All speakers and dignitaries
Martyrs’ families
GSPFP Pune
And all the collaborating organizations and volunteers who made the event a resounding success.
Through events like these, we reaffirm our commitment to national integration, peace, and the upliftment of those who have sacrificed the most for our country.