Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Dec 28: For their outstanding humanitarian contribution during Operation Sindoor and Operation Rahat, the White Knight Corps honoured Gandhi Global Family (GGF), a United Nations DGC recognised peace NGO and its members here today.
The felicitation ceremony was held at the Corps Headquarters Nagrota, Jammu.
Gandhi Global Family J&K, which worked in close coordination with the Jammu & Kashmir Ex-Services League (JKESL) during these critical operations, was recognised for its dedicated service.
Lt Gen P K Mishra, UYSM, AVSM, YSM, SM, GOC White Knight Corps, personally presented mementos and appreciation letters to the awardees.
The event was attended by Lt Gen Rakesh Sharma, AVSM, SM (Retd.), president JKESL and Dr S P Varma, Padma Shri awardee, president GGF J&K, along with members of both organisations.
On the occasion, Lt Gen P K Mishra appreciated the selfless work of both organisations and their dedicated members, emphasising the need for more stronger coordination between civil society organisations and the Indian Army to ensure that no one is left behind during times of crisis.
Lt Gen (Retd.) Rakesh Sharma also lauded the significant role played by JKESL and GGF across the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir during Operation Sindoor and Operation Rahat.
Dr S P Varma, president GGF highlighted the crucial role played by volunteers during difficult times, congratulated all the members on receiving the honour and encouraged them to continue working for the cause of humanity.
Among others who were felicitated included Rev Fr Yesudeep Sandhu, Ankush Varma, Harish Sharma, R K Kokroo, Dr Dinesh Gupta, Pt Rameshwar Dutt, Summi Sahi Seth, Gopal Krishan Sharma, Dr Perivinder Kaur Dutta, Ved Prakash Verma, Bashir Ahmed Sheikh, Romi Sharma, Sanjeev Sharma, Dr R Robin Gill and Dr S P Varma.
GGF expressed sincere gratitude to the GOC, 16 Corps and Lt Gen (Retd.) Rakesh Sharma, president JKESL, for their encouragement and continued support.
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