Army conducts 1,212-km cycling expedition to mark diamond jubilee of 1965 Indo-Pak war
Jammu (PTI): The Army's Tiger Division has successfully conducted a 1,212-km cycling expedition commemorating the diamond jubilee of the 1965 Indo-Pak war, a defence spokesperson said on Tuesday.
The expedition commenced from Jammu, touched Keylong in Himachal Pradesh and culminated back here after traversing diverse and challenging terrain, the spokesperson said in a statement.
The expedition rigorously tested the physical endurance, mental resilience and determination of the participating troops, while reinforcing discipline, teamwork and the spirit of adventure, the statement said.
Exposure to varied geographical and climatic conditions further enhanced robustness, adaptability and cohesion among the riders, according to the spokesperson.
During the journey, the cycling team interacted with ex-servicemen and school students at multiple locations, the officer said, adding that these engagements provided an opportunity to honour veterans for their selfless service and inspired the youth by sharing the values, traditions and legacy of the Army.
The cycling expedition stands as a befitting tribute to the courage and sacrifice of the heroes of the 1965 Indo-Pak War, while reaffirming the Tiger Division's commitment to physical excellence and nation-building, he said.
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A 1,212-km Cycling Expedition from Jammu to Keylong, commemorating the Diamond Jubilee of the victory in 1965 Indo-Pak War. Interactions with school students and Ex-Servicemen inspired the youth and honoured the enduring legacy of our veterans.… pic.twitter.com/jMZzT87D07
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Time has come to implement Women's Reservation Act: PM Modi's letter to LS, RS floor leaders
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New Delhi (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the time has come for the implementation of the Women's Reservation Act in its true spirit and the 2029 Lok Sabha elections and Assembly elections are conducted with the quota for women in place.
In a letter to the floor leaders of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, ahead of the three-day special sittings of Parliament, Modi also asked all members to come together in one voice to pass the amendments to the women's reservation law, officially known as Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam.
"After extensive deliberations, we have reached the conclusion that the time has now come to implement the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam in its true spirit across the country.
"It is imperative that the 2029 Lok Sabha elections and Assembly elections are conducted with women's reservation in place," the Prime Minister said in his letter dated April 11.
The Budget Session of Parliament has been extended, and a special three-day sitting of the House has been convened on April 16 to 18.
The Women's Reservation Act will ensure an increase in the number of Lok Sabha seats to 816, of which 273 will be reserved for women.
The provision to provide 33 per cent reservation to women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies was brought by amending the Constitution in 2023.
However, the women's quota would have come into effect only after the completion of the delimitation exercise on the basis of the 2027 Census. This meant the reservation would not have become enforceable before 2034 if the present law remains as is.
To implement it from the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, changes were needed in the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam; hence, the government is holding a special session to pass the amendments to the law.
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