Jammu and Kashmir Celebrates First Constitution Day Since 1950

For the first time since the adoption of India’s Constitution in 1950, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) observed Constitution Day (Samvidhan Diwas) with grand celebrations on November 26, 2024. The event marked the completion of 75 years of the adoption of the Constitution and emphasized the core values of justice, equality, and fraternity enshrined in the Preamble. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha led the historic celebrations, underscoring the region’s integration into the national framework.

Key Highlights of the Celebration

Leading the Observance

• Lt Governor Manoj Sinha: Led the celebrations at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), Srinagar.
• High Court of J&K and Ladakh: Ordered Preamble readings led by senior judges at each wing of the High Court.
• District & Taluka Courts: Principal District Judges and senior judicial officers presided over ceremonies across districts and Taluka courts.

Main Event in Srinagar

• The primary event was held at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), featuring the reading of the Preamble.

Widespread Participation

• Ceremonies were conducted across government offices, PSUs, educational institutions, and rural areas.
• Citizens joined in reading the Preamble, reflecting a collective commitment to constitutional values.

Significance of the Day

• Marks 75 years of the adoption of the Constitution with the theme “Hamara Samvidhan, Hamara Swabhimaan” (Our Constitution, Our Pride).

• Aimed to motivate citizens to uphold the core values of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity.
• Celebrated with fervor and enthusiasm to reiterate the importance of the Constitution in daily life.

Special Directives by High Court

• Registrar General Shahzad Azeem emphasized the reading of the Preamble by judges and judicial officers to honor the Constitution’s adoption.

Summary/Static	Details
Why in the news?	First-ever Constitution Day celebrations in J&K
Date	November 26, 2024
Leading Authority	Lt Governor Manoj Sinha
Main Venue	Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), Srinagar
Theme	“Hamara Samvidhan, Hamara Swabhimaan” (Our Constitution, Our Pride)
Significance	Marks 75 years of Constitution adoption; celebrates constitutional values
Judiciary’s Role	High Court and district courts organized Preamble readings
Participation	Government offices, PSUs, educational institutions, and rural areas
Aim	To reiterate constitutional values and motivate citizen participation