Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has extended his heartiest greetings and best wishes to the people on Vijayadashmi, which is being celebrated on Tuesday, October 20.
In a message, the LG said: “On the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami, I extend my heartiest greetings and best wishes to all. The festival of Vijayadashami, celebrated in various parts of the country as Dussehra and Durga Puja, symbolises the triumph of Good over Evil, Truth over Untruth and Dharma over Adharma. The life of Maryada Purushottam Bhagwan Shri Ram exemplifies these timeless virtues and inspires us to lead a virtuous life.
“May this Vijayadashami, Dussehra and Durga Puja bring peace, happiness and prosperity to all.”
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has also extended greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the auspicious occasions of Maha Navami and Dussehra.
In his message, the chief minister said these festivals embody the timeless values of truth, righteousness and the triumph of good over evil. He expressed hope that the auspicious occasions would bring peace, prosperity and happiness to the people and further strengthen the bonds of communal harmony and brotherhood in Jammu and Kashmir.
The chief minister called upon people to draw inspiration from the spirit of these festivals and reaffirm their commitment to mutual respect, unity and peaceful coexistence.
