Itanagar, Jun 25 (PTI) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Wednesday underscored the importance of drawing lessons from the past and reaffirming the collective commitment to uphold the Constitution.
Leading the observance of 'Samvidhan Hatya' Diwas in the border district of Tawang, Khandu called upon the people to safeguard civil liberties and preserve the democratic values that define the nation.
He said the day serves as a reminder of the need to protect the Constitution and strengthen democratic principles.
"Let us draw lessons from the past and reaffirm our commitment to protect the Constitution, safeguard civil liberties, and preserve the democratic values that define our great nation," the chief minister said in a post on X.
The day marks the anniversary of the imposition of Emergency in 1975, widely regarded as one of the most challenging and darkest chapters in India's democratic history.
The programme was jointly organised by the BJP Tawang district unit and the district administration to reflect on the significance of constitutional integrity and democratic ethos.
State BJP president Kaling Moyong, MLAs Tsering Lhamu (Lungla) and Namgey Tsering (Tawang), former MLA Tsering Tashi, Zilla Parishad Chairperson Leki Gombu, APSCW Chairperson Yalem Taga Burang, Deputy Commissioner Namgyal Angmo, and Superintendent of Police D W Thongon were among those present, an official communique said.
Earlier in the day, a peaceful rally was held from the Giant Buddha statue to the DC Office.
The march witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, NCC cadets, NSS volunteers of Dorjee Khandu Government College, and members of the public, all walking in solidarity with the spirit of constitutional democracy.
During the event, the chief minister also felicitated students who had won various school-level competitions, drawing, painting, essay writing, and speech, organised to mark the occasion.