Srinagar, Jul 20 : Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Farooq Khan, Tuesday extended greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir and the Nation on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Azha.
In a message, Advisor Khan termed the occasion as a festival of sacrifice and selflessness saying that Eid-ul-Azha endorses the spirit of benevolence and generosity towards others.
“I hope that this auspicious occasion would further enhance the amiable atmosphere and provide a beacon of light for prosperity and development in the Union Territory. Such religious events bring great richness to our cultural landscape and pluralism binding together people of all faiths. Rather than keeping us apart, the distinct tradition and composite culture that has found home in our country, is a source of understanding and compassion that enriches our nation,” he asserted.
Advisor urged upon the people to celebrate this festival amidst strict adherence to prescribed guidelines and preventive measures issued by the health authorities and government regarding Covid-19.
He also prayed for peace, progress and prosperity in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, has extended warm greetings to people of Jammu and Kashmir on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Azha.
In his message of felicitation, Advisor hoped that this auspicious occasion would bring in a renewed spirit of love and oneness through its message of self discipline and sacrifice among the people. “May this festival would further strengthen the bonds of communal harmony, brotherhood, amity among the people of the UT”, maintained the Advisor.
Advisor Bhatnagar appealed the people to strictly follow the COVID 19 SOPs while celebrating the occasion to avoid further spread of the virus.
Advisor prayed for peace, progress and prosperity of the Ut and the nation.
Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Baseer Ahmed Khan, has wished people of Jammu and Kashmir on the eve of Eid-ul-Azha.
In his greetings, Advisor expressed optimism that this festival would further cement the bonds of communal harmony, brotherhood and amity among people of all faiths.
Keeping in view the evolving COVID-19 pandemic situation, Baseer Khan urged upon the people to follow COVID appropriate behavior religiously and maintain social distancing to prevent further spread of COVID-19.
Advisor prayed for peace, progress and prosperity in the Union Territory.
Chief Secretary, Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta extended greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, wishing them well-being, peace and prosperity.
In his message on the eve of Eid-ul-Azha, the Chief Secretary said that the holy festival teaches us the principles of sacrifice, humility and benefaction. He expressed hope that the festival will further strengthen the bonds of communal harmony, mutual brotherhood, amity, and tranquillity. He asked the youth to come together and contribute to peace and progress of UT besides both personal and societal development.
Keeping in view the prevailing COVID-19 situation in the Union Territory, the Chief Secretary urged people to observe COVID appropriate behaviour, SOPs and protocols during the festivities to prevent further spread of the disease.
