The 21 Jammu and Kashmir Armed Police (JKAP) IR Battalion organised a ‘Run for Unity’ near SSM College, Parihaspora, under the Civic Action Programme (CAP) 2026–27, with the theme “United in Motion, One Step, One Community.”
The event was organised to promote national unity, integrity, brotherhood and collective responsibility, while strengthening police-public relations through active community participation, particularly among the younger generation.
Before the flag-off, T-shirts and caps were distributed among the participating students. The run was flagged off by SSP Commandant 21 JKAP IR Battalion, Sheikh Faisal Qayoom (JKPS), in the presence of Deputy Commanding Officer Bashir Ahmad (JKPS).
Addressing the participants, Commandant Sheikh Faisal Qayoom emphasised the importance of national unity, integrity and brotherhood. He encouraged students to follow the ideals and vision of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and contribute towards building a society founded on unity, harmony and mutual respect.
Students and staff members from PM Shri Government Boys High School, Diver; Government Boys Middle School, Khanpeth; and Government Boys Middle School, Yakhmanpora, participated enthusiastically alongside police personnel and members of the local community.
The run commenced from SSM College Crossing and proceeded towards Kanishahar, reflecting the spirit of togetherness, solidarity and collective commitment to a united society.
Tea and packed refreshments were served to the participants and accompanying staff. Participation certificates were distributed among all students, while trophies and certificates were presented to the first-, second- and third-position holders in both boys’ and girls’ categories.
The initiative aimed to encourage sportsmanship, healthy competition and physical fitness among schoolchildren, while providing an opportunity for police personnel, students and local residents to interact and strengthen community bonds.
The programme concluded successfully, reaffirming the 21 JKAP IR Battalion’s commitment to meaningful community engagement, national integration, communal harmony and stronger police-public relations through initiatives under the Civic Action Programme.
