Thousands Participate in Grand Rally Organized by Yuva Rajput Sabha; Celebration Held at Zorawar Singh Auditorium
Reasi, September 23, 2026:
The 131st birth anniversary of His Highness Maharaja Hari Singh Ji was celebrated with great enthusiasm and participation in Reasi on Wednesday. As per the past practice, the Gen. Zorawar Singh Memorial Committee Reasi organized a commemorative celebration at the Zorawar Singh Auditorium, DC Office Complex, Reasi, while a grand rally was organized by the Yuva Rajput Sabha Reasi.
The celebrations witnessed a massive public response, with thousands of men and women participating in the grand rally. Around 500 people attended the main anniversary celebration at the Zorawar Singh Auditorium, making the occasion one of the significant public gatherings held in Reasi to commemorate Maharaja Hari Singh Ji.
Padma Shri Balwant Thakur Attends as Chief Guest
The programme was attended by renowned theatre personality and Padma Shri awardee Balwant Thakur, who participated as the Chief Guest.
Sh. Saraf Singh Nag, former Chairman, District Development Council (DDC) Reasi, also participated in the celebration.
Members and office-bearers of the Gen. Zorawar Singh Memorial Committee Reasi, including Sh. Maheshwar Singh, President; Jaswant Singh, Romail Singh, Sanjay Singh, Ashok Singh, Gurbachan Singh, Uttar Singh, Bhanu Partap Singh, Kamal Singh and Prithi Singh, among others, were present during the programme.
The event also witnessed participation from people belonging to different areas of Reasi district, including Pouni, Salal, Bhamag, Thakrakote, Arnas, Kotli, Bhaga, Kundra, Sailanjan and other areas.
Grand Rally Draws Thousands
A major attraction of the day’s programme was the grand rally organized by the Yuva Rajput Sabha Reasi. Thousands of participants, including men, women and youth, joined the rally to mark the birth anniversary of Maharaja Hari Singh Ji.
The rally reflected the participation of people from different parts of the district and served as a platform to commemorate the historical legacy associated with Maharaja Hari Singh Ji and the Dogra heritage.
Following the rally, the main commemorative programme was held at the Zorawar Singh Auditorium in the DC Office Complex, Reasi, where hundreds of participants gathered to pay tribute and discuss issues connected with the preservation of local heritage and development of Reasi.
Gen. Zorawar Singh Memorial Committee Presents Six-Point Charter of Demands
During the celebration, the Gen. Zorawar Singh Memorial Committee Reasi placed a six-point Charter of Demands before the concerned authorities.
1. Birthplace of Maharaja Partap Singh in Court Complex
The committee demanded that the birthplace of Maharaja Partap Singh located in the Court Complex, Reasi, should be handed over to the Gen. Zorawar Singh Memorial Committee Reasi for Pooja, Archana and other commemorative activities.
The demand focuses on preserving and maintaining the historical site and providing a dedicated arrangement for people wishing to pay their respects.
2. Highest Railway Bridge over Chenab to be Named After Maharaja Partap Singh
The committee demanded that the highest railway bridge over the Chenab River be named after Maharaja Partap Singh.
The demand seeks recognition of the historical legacy of the Dogra ruler through a major infrastructure landmark associated with the region.
3. Reasi Railway Station to be Named After Gen. Zorawar Singh
Another major demand raised during the programme was that the Reasi Railway Station should be named after General Zorawar Singh.
The committee stated that naming the railway station after the legendary Dogra military commander would provide a lasting recognition of his historical connection and legacy.
4. Separate Women’s College in Reasi
The committee also demanded the establishment of a separate Women’s College in Reasi.
The demand was raised with the objective of providing greater higher-education opportunities for women and girls of Reasi district, particularly students coming from rural and remote areas.
5. Medical College for Reasi
The committee demanded that a Medical College be sanctioned for Reasi district, on the lines of other districts.
The demand highlights the need for expansion of higher medical education and healthcare infrastructure in the district and is aimed at improving access to advanced medical facilities for the local population.
6. Ropeway from Sulla Park to Bhim Fort and Renovation of Bhim Fort
The committee further demanded the construction of a ropeway connecting Sulla Park with Bhim Fort, along with the renovation and development of Bhim Fort.
The proposal is aimed at strengthening Reasi’s tourism potential by improving access to the historic fort and developing the surrounding area as a heritage and tourist attraction.
Focus on Heritage, Education, Healthcare and Tourism
The Charter of Demands presented during the programme covered a broad range of issues, including heritage preservation, recognition of historical personalities, women’s education, medical infrastructure and tourism development.
The celebration therefore combined the commemoration of Maharaja Hari Singh Ji’s birth anniversary with demands concerning the preservation of Reasi’s historical heritage and development of the district.
The large participation of people from different areas of Reasi added significance to the programme, with organizers and participants highlighting the importance of remembering the region’s historical personalities while also raising issues concerning the district’s future development.
The 131st birth anniversary celebrations of Maharaja Hari Singh Ji concluded with participation from members of the Gen. Zorawar Singh Memorial Committee, Yuva Rajput Sabha, dignitaries and hundreds of people who gathered at the auditorium after the grand rally.
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