Ganderbal, June 3 (JKNS): Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Tuesday said that the large gathering of devotees at the Kheer Bhawani temple marks the first such significant congregation since April 22.
Speaking to reporters at Tulmulla, as per news agency JKNS, LG Sinha said, “The devotees have come in large numbers to attend the Mela Kheer Bhawani. This is a good sign and this is the first time after April 22 that such a crowd has gathered at a place.”
While welcoming the pilgrims, the LG assured that the administration had ensured smooth arrangements. “The administration has made good arrangements for the mela. The work on Yatri Niwas is also underway,” he added.
Regarding the annual Amarnath Yatra, which begins on July 3, Sinha said, “All preparations for the pilgrimage are complete. Security arrangements have also been finalised. I appeal to the devotees from across the country to come and take Baba’s blessings.”
LG Sinha was talking on the sidelines of his visit to Mata Kheer Bhawani temple in Tulmulla Ganderbal on the occasion of Jyeshtha Ashtami, where he offered prayers and interacted with visiting devotees. (JKNS)
