Unity in Motion: 21 JKAP Battalion Brings Students and Community Together in Parihaspora
One Run, One Message: 21 JKAP Promotes Unity and Brotherhood in Parihaspora
PARIHASPORA, November 9: Promoting the spirit of national unity, brotherhood and community participation, the 21 Jammu and Kashmir Armed Police (JKAP) IR Battalion organised a special ‘Run for Unity’ near SSM College, Parihaspora, under the Civic Action Programme (CAP) 2026–27. The event was held under the theme, “United in Motion, One Step, One Community.”
The initiative aimed to strengthen national integration, foster communal harmony and reinforce police-public relations through meaningful engagement with local communities, particularly schoolchildren and young people.
Prior to the flag-off, T-shirts and caps were distributed among the participating students. The run was flagged off by SSP Commandant 21 JKAP IR Battalion, Sheikh Faisal Qayoom (JKPS), in the presence of Deputy Commanding Officer Bashir Ahmad (JKPS).
Addressing the participants, Commandant Sheikh Faisal Qayoom highlighted the importance of national unity, integrity and brotherhood. He encouraged students to draw inspiration from the ideals and vision of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and contribute towards building a society rooted in harmony, mutual respect and collective responsibility.
Students and staff members from PM Shri Government Boys High School, Diver; Government Boys Middle School, Khanpeth; and Government Boys Middle School, Yakhmanpora, participated enthusiastically alongside police personnel and members of the local community.
The run commenced from SSM College Crossing and proceeded towards Kanishahar, with participants demonstrating enthusiasm, solidarity and a shared commitment to the message of unity.
To encourage sportsmanship and recognise the participants’ efforts, certificates were distributed among all students. Trophies and certificates were also presented to the first-, second- and third-position holders in both boys’ and girls’ categories. Tea and packed refreshments were served to the participants and accompanying staff.
Beyond promoting physical fitness and healthy competition, the event provided a platform for interaction between police personnel, students, teachers and local residents, helping strengthen mutual trust and community relationships.
The programme concluded successfully, reaffirming the 21 JKAP IR Battalion’s commitment to community outreach, national integration, communal harmony and stronger police-public relations through the Civic Action Programme 2026–27.
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