Ranchi, Oct 16: Jharkhand Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar on Friday inaugurated two Durga Puja pandals in Ranchi and extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of Navratri and Durga Puja.
The Governor inaugurated the pandal organised by the Mahashakti Durga Puja Committee at Booty More and another organised by the Kalpana Lok Durga Puja Committee at the Pinjra Pol (Gaushala) complex on Harmu Road.
Addressing the significance of the festivals, Gangwar said Navratri and Durga Puja symbolise the state’s rich cultural and spiritual traditions. He said the festivals convey the message of strength, devotion, virtue and respect for women.
On the occasion, the Governor worshipped Goddess Durga and prayed for happiness, peace, good health and prosperity for the people of Jharkhand. He also prayed for the continued blessings of the goddess and the progress of the state.
