05/11/2025
JAMMU, Nov 4: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday emphasised the importance of united efforts for creating a strong, secure, prosperous and self-reliant Jammu & Kashmir(J&K).
Speaking after inaugurating annual 'Jhiri Mela' at Marh Sub-Division, Sinha called upon the people to take a pledge to embrace the path of selfless service and work towards a just and equal society as envisioned by Baba Jitto.
He also paid obeisance to Baba Jitto and Bua Kauri and dedicated a pilgrim community hall and four modular bus stops, and laid foundation stone for the first 'Indoor Sports Complex' under CSR at Marh Sub-Division.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday inaugurated the 10-day annual Jhiri Mela on the outskirts of Jammu city.
Every year around 10-12 lakh devotees, mainly from Jammu region, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Haryana, visit the fair to commemorate the sacrifice of Baba Jittoo, who gave up his life in protest against the oppressive demands of a landlord about 500 ye...