Assam: Hojai administration observes Day of Mourning for Dhemaji blast victims

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HOJAI: The Hojai district administration observed a Day of Mourning on Sunday to remember the victims of the 2004 Dhemaji bomb blast, which occurred during Independence Day celebrations that year.

A solemn ceremony was held at the District Commissioner’s office, led by District Commissioner Sanjay Dutta, Assistant Commissioners and administrative staff. Those present observed a two-minute silence in memory of the victims and took a pledge against terrorism, extremism and violence.

The National Flag at the District Commissioner’s office premises was flown at half-mast as a mark of respect to the victims.

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