SRINAGAR, AUGUST 09: On the auspicious occasion of Shravan Shukla Panchami, Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today performed the Pujan of Shri Amarnathji Chhari Mubarak in the presence of Sh Deependra Giri, Mahant Chhari‐Mubarak Shri Amarnathji, at Mahadev Gir Dashnami Akhada, Srinagar.
The Lt Governor sought the blessings of Lord Shiva and prayed for the peace, progress, and well-being of all.
The Chhari-Pujan is an auspicious ritual before the culmination of the annual pilgrimage of Shri Amarnathji Shrine.
The holy Mace will be taken to the Shri Amarnathji cave following the traditional practice of Chhari Mubarak Yatra.
Dr Mandeep Kumar Bhandari, CEO, of Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board; Sh Vidhi Kumar Birdi, IGP Kashmir; Sh Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir and other senior officers also participated in the Chhari-Pujan.
Earlier, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha paid tribute to freedom fighters on Quit India Movement’s anniversary.
In a post on X, LG Sinha wrote, “Humble tributes to freedom fighters & martyrs of the Quit India Movement on August Kranti Diwas. This historic day, inspired by Mahatma Gandhi, marks the resolute call for independence that united millions against colonial rule. Their courage & sacrifice continue to inspire us.”
