In Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today visited the Jhiri Mela and paid obeisance to Baba Jitto at his Samadhi in Jhiri Village on the outskirts of Jammu city.
The LG said the sacrifice of Baba Jitto continues to inspire the society to work towards a stronger nation. He addressed a large gathering of farmers and devotees at the Jhiri Mela ground and announced that Panchayat and Urban Local Body elections will be held soon.
Highlighting the deep spiritual and cultural significance of Jhiri Mela, the LG said the annual event reminds us about the sacrifices of our farming families and their vital role in serving and nurturing humanity. He said the Jhiri Mela symbolizes the cultural unity of India and the tradition tied in the thread of social values provides an opportunity to the people to learn about our heritage, culture, art and craft.
The LG shared the resolve of the government, under the guidance of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, to transform the agriculture sector. He said that empowering farmers of the Union Territory of J&K is his mission and he has taken strategic steps to accelerate transformation in agriculture & allied sectors. He also reiterated his commitment to protect the rights of displaced families of POJK, West Pakistan Refugees, tribals, Valmikis and other deprived sections. The LG felicitated progressive farmers, and officials engaged in the conduct of the Jhiri Mela and visited the stalls put up by the government departments, Agri-entrepreneurs and farmers.
