Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday hailed the large turnout of devotees at the Mata Kheer Bhawani temple as a positive and hopeful sign, particularly in the aftermath of the April 22 terror attack.
On the auspicious occasion of Jyeshtha Ashtami, LG Sinha paid obeisance to the Mata Kheer Bhawani temple in Ganderbal district and prayed for peace and prosperity of J&K UT and well-being of one and all.
During his visit to the holy shrine, the Lieutenant Governor interacted with the devotees and extended his heartiest greetings on the auspicious occasion.
Interacting with the media persons, the Lieutenant Governor reaffirmed the commitment of the J&K Administration to make the pilgrimage of the devotees of Mata Kheer Bhawani convenient, safe, and hassle-free.
“Devotees in large numbers visited Mata Kheer Bhawani temple today, and it’s a good sign. I think after the heinous terror attack on April 22, it is for the first time that people in such large numbers have assembled at one particular place in Kashmir. May Mata Kheer Bhawani keep showering her blessings on the people of Jammu and Kashmir,” he said.
Sinha said the preparation is in full swing for the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra beginning next month.
“The construction work at Yatri Niwas is also going on. We have made all necessary arrangements. For the security of yatris, the authorities are on alert. I request pilgrims from across the country to come for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The Lieutenant Governor also interacted with the devotees and members of the Kashmiri Pandit Community and assured them of due consideration and appropriate redressal of the issues highlighted by them.
He also reviewed the progress of Yatri Bhawan at Mata Kheer Bhawani temple.
Meanwhile, Lieutenant Governor Sinha today visited the Lal Chowk market area and interacted with the shopkeepers, traders, and discussed their issues and concerns.
The Lieutenant Governor directed the Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation Dr Owais Ahmed, to take immediate measures to address the issues of the traders, shopkeepers, and business community.
He also gave specific instructions for improving the civic amenities at Lal Chowk.
