JAMMU / SHIMLA, Oct 13: On the third day of Sharad Navratri, Governor Kavinder Gupta performed a Yajna and offered prayers at Lok Bhavan for the peace, happiness, prosperity and continued progress of Himachal Pradesh.
Officers and employees of Lok Bhavan participated in the religious ceremony with devotion. The Governor, along with Lok Bhavan officials and staff, offered Purnahuti in the yajna and prayed for the well-being and prosperity of the people of the State.
Extending his greetings to the people on Sharad Navratri, the Governor said that the festival symbolises devotion to the nine forms of Goddess Durga. He expressed faith that the blessings of the Goddess inspire strength, courage and well-being in the lives of devotees.
He said that Himachal Pradesh is blessed with several revered Shakti Peeths and prayed that the State remain safe from natural calamities and that every citizen enjoy happiness, prosperity and well-being. He also expressed hope that Himachal Pradesh would continue to advance rapidly on the path of development.
Emphasising the importance of values and character-building among young people, Shri Gupta said that values play a vital role in shaping the future of individuals and society. He called upon parents and teachers to inculcate good values, discipline and a sense of responsibility among children from an early age.
The Governor said that the youth of today would be the driving force behind the vision of Viksit Bharat. He stressed the need to inspire young people with a strong sense of purpose, positive values and a commitment to contribute to the nation’s progress.
Later, the Governor distributed prasad among devotees attending the bhandara organised at Lok Bhavan on the occasion.