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Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla Saturday performed a havan, a ritual that involves making offerings into a consecrated fire, on the auspicious occasion of Sawan Purnima at Raj Bhavan. He prayed for peace, safety, and protection of the state from natural calamities.
Special offerings were made to seek divine intervention in preventing the recurrence of disasters that have recently affected Himachal Pradesh and the neighbouring state of Uttarakhand. Himachal Pradesh has witnessed disasters causing a loss of more than 56 human lives and infrastructure worth crores of rupees during the ongoing monsoon.
Governor Shukla’s wife Janaki Shukla, and all officers and staff members of Raj Bhavan were present. Speaking on the occasion, Governor Shukla said, “We, the people of Himachal, are deeply rooted in our faith, and firmly believe that such spiritual endeavours will help protect the ‘Dev Bhoomi’ from natural calamities.”
Shukla expressed concern over the significant losses the state has suffered in recent years due to natural disasters. Recalling his recent visit to the disaster-affected Siraj region of Mandi district, the governor noted the extensive damage to life and property.
Shukla added that through the havan, prayers were also offered for peace to the departed souls who lost their lives in these calamities. Extending warm greetings on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, he said the festival is a symbol of affection, trust, and mutual protection.
Secretary to the Governor, C P Verma, was also present on the occasion.
Following the havan, members of Maitri Sanstha and women from the state Red Cross tied Rakhis on the governor’s wrist, wishing him a long life and good health. The governor remarked that the delicate thread of Raksha Sutra not only binds the wrist but also connects hearts and souls.
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