Jammu, Feb 14: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah extended their heartiest greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Herath and Mahashivratri, which will be celebrated on Sunday.
In his message, LG Sinha said: ìOn the sacred occasion of Mahashivratri, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all. I pray for the health, happiness, and prosperity of every citizen. The sacred festival, celebrated as ëHerathí by Kashmiri Pandit community, is a symbol of our spiritual tradition and communal harmony. Mahashivratri holds a place of profound significance in our life. The holy festival provides opportunity to pause and reflect the timeless virtues lord Shiva exemplifies. The teaching lord Shiva embodies is one of universal service. The holy festival reminds us that each person carries the responsibility to contribute to humanity’s wellbeing in the ways uniquely available to them. May lord Shiva continue to shower his divine blessings upon us. May this festival strengthen the bonds of brotherhood for years to come.”
CM Omar also extended his warm greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the auspicious occasion of Herath and Mahashivratri.
In his message, he said that Mahashivratri is a sacred festival symbolising devotion, faith and spiritual awakening, and it inspires people to follow the path of righteousness, harmony and compassion.
ìOn the blessed occasion of Mahashivratri, I convey my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all. May this sacred occasion bring peace, happiness and prosperity to every household,î the CM said.
He also prayed for strengthening the bonds of brotherhood, unity, and communal harmony in J&K, and wished that the festival may usher in progress and well-being for all.
