OSCAR ACADEMY WINNER GUNEET MONGA KAPOOR AND KUWARANI RITU SINGH OUTREACH AT SUCHETGARH OCTROI POST

Sunday, May 28, 2023

As outreach to brothers in uniform at international border at Octorai Post in Suchetgarh and honouring martyrs, Dr. Kuwarani Ritu Singh and Guneet Monga Kapoor ,Oscar AcademyAward winner,accompanied by renowned author and spiritual entrepreneur, Anita Kumar, and producer,Mozez Singh and themembers of Guneet Monga’s family came together to celebrate and address the concerns of the brave soldiers and their families who sacrifice their lives for the nation. The event, organized by Dr. Kuwarani Ritu Singh and her team, aimed to bridge the gap between the martyrs' families and civilian support groups while providing them with a platform to voice their grievances.
The event commenced with a soul stirring vedic chants and arti performed by the mahants of the Dharmarth Trust at the famed Shri Raghunath Temple, Suchetgarh for longevity and safety of brave soldiers in the border areas. Upholding her philosophy and traditions of “Shabad, Simran, and Sewa”, Dr. Kuwarani Ritu Singh,Guneet Mongaalong with her family offered langar sewa where they were seen serving home-cooked meal to 200martyr families personally, as a mark of respect and gratitude and ensuring their well-being and nourishment during this solemn occasion.
Earlier, Guneet Monga Kapoor, Oscar Academy Award winner, Dr.KuwaraniRitu Singh and other memberswerewarmly received bySh. T. Sonam, Officiating Comdt,Sh. Y. S. Kumar, DIG (Medical) and Smt Rita Bhagat, wife of DIG(Medical).
Guneet Monga Kapoor, an accomplished filmmaker and the first-ever Indian to receive the prestigious Oscar Academy award for her famed documentary Elephant Whisperers, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Witnessing the euphoria and patriotism of the Indian brave hearts, Guneet Monga was overwhelmed and expressed her gratitude and support to the soldiers and their families. Post the retreat, GuneetMonga Kapoor and Dr. Kuwarani Ritu Singh presented Commander T Sonam and his battalion Indian national flag with full protocol and honours, along with prasad for the entire brigade. Later, Commander T Sonam and his team graciously hosted the guests and took them on a guided tour of the post, sharing valuable insights into the life and challenges faced by the soldiers at the border. The slogan "Har behenkishaan ho tum, humare Bharat Mata ke veer jawan” echoed through the air, celebrating the valour of our soldiers.
Anita Kumar, Mozez Singh, and Kuwarani Ritu Singh expressed their commitment to bridge the gaps between the services and civilian society. Through philanthropic endeavours and planned outreaches, they aim to provide dignity to the unsung heroes at the borders, ensuring their well-being and recognition within society.
Earlier, Kuwarani Ritu Singh invited Dr Navneet Kour, Chairperson NGO Support Group to conduct Mensuration Awareness Camp for the women of the far-flung villages of the area as a part of her ongoing Amanat initiative which is the medical outreach program for the women and children of the under privileged sections. Dr. Navneet Kaur emphasized the importance of hygiene and women's health. Also seen attending the program were the faculty of all three DPS schools of Jammu, Nagbani, and Katra.
The event marked a milestone in honouring the sacrifice of our soldiers and establishing a strong bond between the martyrs' families, and the civilian society. The participants vowed to continue their efforts in supporting and uplifting the brave hearts who protect our nation's borders, ensuring their well-being and dignity.