JAMMU, February 14: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha conveyed his warmest greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, to be celebrated on February 15, praying for health, happiness, and prosperity for all citizens.
In his message, Sinha highlighted the festival’s profound spiritual resonance, celebrated as ‘Herath’ by the Kashmiri Pandit community. “Mahashivratri is a symbol of our spiritual tradition and communal harmony,” he stated. “The holy festival offers an opportunity to pause and reflect on the timeless virtues exemplified by Lord Shiva—universal service and responsibility toward humanity’s wellbeing.”
The Lt Governor invoked divine grace, saying: “May Lord Shiva shower his blessings upon us and strengthen the bonds of brotherhood for years to come. Har Har Mahadev!” His words underscore the festival’s role in fostering unity and devotion across communities in the region.
