Leh, Aug 15: The District Court Leh joined the nation in celebrating the 79th Independence Day with great patriotic fervor and dignity on Friday. The ceremony was marked by the hoisting of the Tricolour by Principal District and Sessions Judge, Manoj Parihar, in the court premises.
As the National Flag fluttered high, students of Government High School, Housing Colony, Leh, filled the atmosphere with pride by singing the National Anthem in chorus.
In his address to the gathering, Judge Parihar underlined the importance of Independence Day as a reminder of the nation’s hard-earned freedom. He urged citizens to uphold their rights while remaining mindful of their duties. Emphasizing unity and collective responsibility, he said that every individual has a role to play in strengthening the spirit of nation-building.
The event witnessed the presence of Chief Judicial Magistrate Tsewang Phuntsog, Special Mobile Magistrate Phuntsog Angmo, Senior Prosecuting Officer Nawang Nurboo, members of the prosecution staff, President of the Bar Association Mohd Shafi Lassu along with executive members, legal aid counsel, lawyers, court staff, and Para Legal Volunteers (PLVs).
The celebrations concluded on a high note with stirring patriotic performances. Students from local schools presented cultural items reflecting the country’s rich heritage, while Advocate Lobzang Angdus enthralled the audience with a soulful patriotic presentation.
The day not only rekindled patriotic spirit but also brought together members of the judiciary, legal fraternity, and students in a collective tribute to the nation.
