Slogans hailing Indian Army ring out in Surat as Tiranga Yatra held

Indian Express

14-05-2025

'With Operation Sindoor, the Indian Army had sent out a message to the world: Whoever dares to harm an Indian will get a befitting reply', Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Paatil said as he led the Tiranga Yatra in Surat on Wednesday.
Addressing media persons, Paatil said, 'After the terror attack of Pahalgam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took the vow to give a befitting reply to the country's enemies at their doorsteps. Terrorists and those who support them will not be spared. India has shown to the world that under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi, the nation and its citizens are strong and safe. Our army jawans on the borders are ready to protect the country and its people.'
Surat city Municipal commissioner Shalini Agrawal, Collector Dr Sourabh Pardhi, Mayor Daxesh Mavani, and others were present at the yatra that saw participation of people from all walks of life.
Several patriotic songs were played and people were seen holding placards hailing the soldiers as they walked from Bhagal to the Chowk area.
A highlight of the event was music bands of Saifee Scout Surat, which belongs to the Dawoodi Bohra community, seen leading the yatra from Bhagal crossroads.
Municipal commissioner Agrawal said, 'People from all communities took active part in the rally.'
The yatra culminated at Chowk Bazaar near the old fort.