SRINAGAR, FEBRUARY 14: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Department, Javid Ahmad Dar, has extended his warm greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivaratri.
In his message, the Minister conveyed heartfelt wishes to all citizens, especially the Kashmiri Pandit community, celebrating the sacred festival of Maha Shivaratri, locally known as Herath. He said that this auspicious occasion symbolizes devotion, faith, harmony and the triumph of righteousness.
Javid Dar expressed hope that the festival would usher in peace, prosperity and happiness for every household across the Union Territory. He emphasized that such festivals strengthen the bonds of brotherhood, communal harmony and mutual respect among diverse communities of Jammu and Kashmir.
The Minister further prayed for the well-being of the people and reiterated the government’s commitment towards inclusive development, rural prosperity, agricultural growth and strengthening grassroots democratic institutions.
He urged people to celebrate the occasion with traditional fervor while upholding the values of unity, compassion and social harmony.