Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday extended his greetings and good wishes on the occasion of Jyeshtha Ashtami, which is being celebrated on June 3 (Tuesday).
In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said: “On the auspicious occasion of Jyeshtha Ashtami, I extend my heartiest greetings to everyone, especially our Kashmiri Pandit brothers and sisters.”
“May the divine blessings of Mata Kheer Bhawani continue to illuminate our paths, ushering in peace, happiness, and prosperity for all. May the spirit of this sacred occasion further strengthen the bonds of brotherhood, fostering harmony and mutual respect across the communities. Let us on this auspicious day dedicate ourselves to selfless service to the nation and the welfare of people,” he said.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also extended warm greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the sacred occasion of Mela Kheer Bhawani.
In his message, the CM said the festival is a symbol of communal harmony and brotherhood, reflecting the rich pluralistic ethos that has defined Jammu and Kashmir for centuries.
Omar emphasized that such festivals reinforce the spirit of unity and the cultural heritage that binds the people of Jammu and Kashmir together.
He prayed for peace, harmony, progress and prosperity in the state and urged all sections of society to strengthen the age-old bonds of togetherness and mutual respect.
Highlighting the significance of the occasion, Omar noted that Mela Kheer Bhawani has always stood as an epitome of inter-community harmony.
He expressed hope that with the return of peace, Kashmiri Pandits would come back to their homeland with honour and dignity, reclaiming their rightful place in the Valley’s social and cultural fabric.