Srinagar, Feb. 25 -- In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said: "On the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, I convey my hearty greetings and felicitations to all and wish them health, happiness and prosperity.

The sacred festival, celebrated as 'Herath'by the KashmiriPandit community, is an occasion to rededicate ourselves to a life of commitment, truth, brotherhood and compassion. It is a celebration of devotion, divinity and symbolises our inner journey to rise to higher levels of consciousness.

I pray to Lord Shiva to guide us on the path of righteousness and shower His blessings on all of us for years to come".

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah extended his warmest greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Herath (Mahashi...