Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Aug 14: Governor N. N. Vohra greeted the people on Janamashtami and expressed hope that this auspicious occasion would be a harbinger of peace, harmony, progress and prosperity in the State.
In his message of felicitations, the Governor observed that the divine message of Lord Krishna, enshrined in the Shrimad Bhagvad Gita, exhorts mankind to strive for the ultimate truth and to do one’s duty to the best of one’s ability without being concerned about the benefits to be gained. He observed that adherence to such values provides firm foundation for the functioning a harmonious society.
On this auspicious occasion, the Governor prayed for the well-being of the people of the State.
Chief Minister, Mehbooba Mufti, has also greeted people of the State on the occasion of Janamashtami.
Mehbooba Mufti expressed hope that this occasion will usher in an era of peace, harmony and prosperity in the State. She said that celebrating holy festivals in an atmosphere of amity and brotherhood has been a rich tradition of the State.
The Chief Minister has also prayed for wellbeing of the people of the State.