Shimla, Oct. 17 -- Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla visited the Nari Sewa Sadan and Balika Ashram at Dhalli village in Mashobra near Shimla on Friday. He extended warm Diwali greetings to the women and girls residing there.

Lady Governor and Chairperson of the State Red Cross Hospital Welfare Section Janaki Shukla, also accompanied him on the occasion. They distributed sweets to the women of Nari Niketan and the girls of Balika Ashram, said the release.

Interacting with the girls studying at the Balika Ashram, the Governor said that education plays a vital role in shaping one's life. He urged them to work hard to achieve their goals and become self-reliant. "Never let your enthusiasm fade, and always strive to contribute to ...