JAMMU, Nov 7: Upholding the spirit of social harmony, respect and inclusivity, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu & Kashmir General Secretary, and Former Deputy Mayor, Jammu, Baldev Singh Billawaria, celebrated Diwali Milan with sanitation workers in Gangyal, Jammu, continuing his annual tradition of sharing the joy of the festival with those who work tirelessly to keep the city clean.
On the occasion, Billawaria interacted warmly with the sanitation workers, distributed sweets and extended heartfelt Diwali greetings to them and their families, acknowledging their invaluable contribution to society.
Addressing the gathering, Billawaria said that sanitation workers are the unsung heroes of our city, whose dedication, hard work and commitment play a crucial role in maintaining cleanliness and ensuring a healthy environment. He said their services deserve not just appreciation but dignity, respect and recognition from every citizen.
He particularly highlighted their commitment during festivals like Diwali, when streets and public spaces often become littered due to firecrackers and celebrations. While people enjoy the festivities with their families, sanitation workers report for duty early the very next morning, working tirelessly to restore the city’s cleanliness. Their dedication, even during festive occasions, reflects an extraordinary spirit of service and responsibility. He appealed to citizens to respect their efforts by avoiding littering and making cleanliness a collective responsibility.
Emphasizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji’s vision of ‘Local for Vocal’ and Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Billawaria appealed to people to make a conscious choice to purchase goods from local markets, neighbourhood shops and indigenous manufacturers. He said that supporting local businesses strengthens small traders, shopkeepers and artisans, generates employment opportunities and gives momentum to the local economy. He urged people to make this Diwali a celebration of both happiness and economic empowerment by choosing local products.
Highlighting the Prime Minister’s ambitious vision of Viksit Bharat-2047, Billawaria said that the dream of a developed India can only be realised through the collective participation and contribution of every section of society. He observed that sanitation workers, through their honest labour and dedicated service, are equally important partners in the journey towards a clean, healthy and developed India.
Billawaria further said that Diwali is much more than a festival of lights; it symbolises love, brotherhood, mutual respect and the spirit of togetherness. He emphasized that the true essence of the festival lies in sharing happiness with every section of society, ensuring that no one feels left behind.
Concluding the celebration, Billawaria extended his best wishes to all sanitation workers and their families, praying for their happiness, prosperity, good health and well-being. He reiterated that those who dedicate their lives to keeping our city clean deserve our heartfelt gratitude and respect throughout the year, not just on special occasions.