22/05/2025
*Office of Raju Bista*
*Press Release*
*19th May, 2025*
Today, I had the pleasure of joining WB Legislative Assembly LoP Sh. Suvendu Adhikari ji, and the citizens in proudly participating in the ongoing "Tiranga Yatra" organised at Siliguri, Darjeeling. This Yatra honours the unparalleled bravery and sacrifice of the Indian Armed Forces and the successful culmination of "Operation Sindoor".
The "Tiranga Yatra" commemorates the resounding success of "Operation Sindoor", launched in retaliation to the heinous Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed the lives of 26 innocent civilians.
Under the bold and decisive leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi ji, and the unflinching bravery of our Armed Forces, "Operation Sindoor" has dealt a crippling blow to terrorist infrastructure across the border, neutralized over 100 terrorists, and dismantled their key strategic hideouts and support bases in Pakistan.
This Yatra is not just a symbolic show of solidarity, it is a people's movement reflecting the nation’s deep gratitude to our jawans who protect our nation's sovereignty with courage and bravery. From remote hamlets in the mountains to the sea, from small villages to metropolitan cities across India, our beloved Tiranga is being carried, echoing a collective message of national unity, strength, and unwavering support for our armed forces.
The people of Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Siliguri, Terai and Doors have always stood firmly with the nation in moments of crisis and triumph. This Yatra reaffirms our region’s patriotic spirit and pays tribute to the martyrs of Pahalgam, while also saluting the strategic precision and success of our armed forces in executing a mission of national significance.
We call upon all citizens, irrespective of political affiliation, to join this Yatra in their respective areas, to honour our defence forces and send a clear message that the people of India stand united against terrorism, and in resolute defence of our national integrity.
*Raju Bista*
*Member of Parliament, Darjeeling and*
*National Spokesperson, BJP*