Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir LG pays obeisance at Mata Vaishno Devi
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday paid obeisance at the Holy Shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi and released a bhajan and web-series on the Goddess at the SMVD Spiritual Growth Centre, Katra.
The Lt Governor also released the biography of well-known entrepreneur, J C Chaudhry, who facilitated the making of the bhajan and web-series on Maa Vaishno Devi.
He congratulated the family members of Ramanand Sagar and CEO, SMVDB for contributing to the making of Bhajan and Web Series on Maa Vaishno Devi.
Speaking on the occasion, the Lt Governor extended his wishes on the auspicious occasion of Navratri and prayed for peace, progress, prosperity, and well-being of the people.
Underlining the significance of pious days, the Lt Governor said, "Nine days of Navratri inspire us to move towards the Vedic way of life."
He said the values of Yoga and Meditation were being adopted all across the world and people were getting familiar with different aspects of spirituality.
The Lt Governor further said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken the spirit of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' to people around the world.
The Lt Governor also congratulated SMVDSB CEO Ramesh Kumar and his team on National Water Award to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board at the Third National Water Awards ceremony.
Talking about the great strides Jammu and Kashmir is making in different sectors, the Lt Governor said the upcoming Katra-Amritsar-Delhi Expressway will make the journey towards Katra more convenient for the pilgrims.
"In the last one-and-a-half years, Jammu and Kashmir has created new records in infrastructure development across every sector. Around Rs one lakh crore is being spent to transform infrastructure in the UT. In the last 180 days, around 80 lakh tourists have visited J&K," he added.
On the occasion, the Lt Governor congratulated J C Chaudhry on his biography and said that his life story would inspire many young minds to do hard work and excel in their life.
Speaking on the occasion, Chaudhry shared his personal story of success and expressed his deep devotion to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine.
The Bhajans have been sung by renowned singer Sonu Nigam. The teaser of the web series on Maa Vaishno Devi was also shown on the occasion.
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