Srinagar, Oct 19: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Monday extended his heartiest greetings and best wishes to the people on the eve of Vijayadashmi, which will be celebrated on Tuesday.

In a message, the Lieutenant Governor 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 Ram exemplifies these timeless virtues and inspires us to lead a virtuous life,” he said.
“May this Vijayadashami, Dussehra and Durga Puja bring peace, happiness and prosperity to all,” Sinha said.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also extended warm greetings on 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 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.