Shimla, Aug. 9 -- On the auspicious occasion of Sawan Purnima, Himachal Pradesh Governor, Shiv Pratap Shukla performed a sacred Havan Yagya at Raj Bhavan today, praying for peace, safety and protection of the state from natural calamities.
Special offerings were made seeking divine intervention to prevent the recurrence of disasters that have recently impacted Himachal Pradesh and neighbouring state of Uttarakhand.
The ceremony was attended by Lady Governor Janaki Shukla along-with all officers and staff members of Raj Bhavan.
Speaking on the occasion, the Governor said, "We, the people of Himachal, are deeply rooted in our faith and firmly believe that such rituals will help protect the 'Dev Bhoomi' from natural calamities."
He expres...