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Chandwan school renamed after Vir Chakra Awardee Sepoy Bua Dutta Singh

In the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, in order to honour the sacrifice made by the valiant soldier while protecting the country, Kathua District Administration yesterday renamed Government Higher Secondary School, Chandwan as Shaheed Sepoy Bua Dutta Singh Government Higher Secondary School.<br />''<br />''AIR correspondent reports that Vir Chakra Awardee Sepoy Bua Dutta Singh of 8 JAK Rifles sacrificed his life while fighting for the country in Chirri Kot village of Poonch Sector on 16th of August 1948.<br />''<br />''Speaking on the occasion, Deputy Commissioner Rahul Yadav said that the renaming of schools is a token of gratitude and to pay tribute to the freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives fighting for the country. He said the country is celebrating 75th Year of Independence as 'Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav' and renaming the Schools, Roads after martyrs or other renowned personalities will be an effort to remember and honour their valued contribution made for the country.<br />''<br />''<span style="color: #000000;">Worth to mention, the process of renaming schools and roads after the Martyrs of Army, Para Military Forces and J&K Police will continue till 15th August 2022.</span><br />

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