Jammu, Aug. 13 -- Srinagar Municipal Corporation Commissioner Dr. Owais Ahmed on Tuesday said that the Balidan Stambh in Srinagar is fully prepared ahead of the 15th August ceremony.

"Our timeline was to complete the Balidan Stambh before 15th August so that the ceremony can be done on 15th August," Owais told reporters at Balidan Stambh while reviewing the successful completion of the project.

Owais praised the hard work and dedication of all those involved, from workers to the Smart City team. "This is a big achievement. This is the hard work of all those who were working here," he added.

Owais said that the Balidan Stambh symbolizes the sacrifices of those who laid down their lives for the country, particularly in Jammu and Kashmir....