VCMDWA, Nagpur organized a unique event at Kasturchand Park Ground in Nagpur,
wherein the citizens were requested to pay homage to the martyrs of 26/11 terror
strike at Mumbai. With an appeal to 'Remember Nation Before Celebration';
Prashant Ugemuge, President, VCMDWA emphasized the need for a higher degree of
vigilance by the citizens because of the simplicity with which terrorists can
create a havoc with the help of latest electronic gadgets. The event was
attended by more than 1,500 people which included senior citizens, families of
VCMDWA members, leading businessÂmen, journalists, governÂment officials and
kids.
Vilasji Muttemwar, Union Minister-New and Renewable Energy, GovernÂment of
India, New Delhi lit the first candle and appeaÂled to the people gathered to
strive for fostering peace and harmony in the society. Virendra Patrikar,
Secretary, VCMDWA said a prayer for the martyrs. VP Hitesh Parikh, Treasurer
Prashant Bulbule, Joint Secretary Rajesh Saboo, Executive members Vinod Verma,
Dinesh Naidu, Vishant Kothari, and many members were present at the venue.
DQC News Bureau
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| The event was a homage to the martyrs of 26/11 terror strike in Mumbai |
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| Vilasji Muttemwar, Union Minister-New and Renewable Energy, Government of India lighting the first candle |
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| Citizens came by the dozens to light candles |
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