Jammu, Jul 1 (PTI) Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated ‘Tawi Aarti and Light and Sound Show’ on Amarnath Yatra here on Wednesday evening to welcome pilgrims on the eve of the scheduled flagging off of the first batch from Bhagwati Nagar base camp.
Besides inaugurating an exhibition on Amarnath Yatra, Sinha also launched ‘Raahi: Hop Jammu’ Bus Service, an initiative of the Jammu district administration, which is designed to offer locals and tourists a seamless, convenient and environmentally sustainable way to explore the rich cultural, heritage and recreational landscape of Jammu.
“Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra has long been a living thread, weaving together people of diverse languages, cultures and traditions into one shared fabric of faith. With only a few hours remaining before the Yatra’s commencement, Jammu Kashmir reverberates with chants to Lord Shiva, and the holy banks of the Tawi are lit by lamps of devotion,” the Lt Governor told the gathering after the inauguration.
He extended his warmest greetings and felicitations to all pilgrims. “The Tawi Aarti, rooted in ancient practice, stands today as a vibrant symbol of our collective spiritual consciousness, cultural unity, spiritual values and social harmony. The river’s uninterrupted flow reminds us that just as its waters move freely without distinction, so too should human life be guided by love, cooperation, and mutual respect.
“Throughout Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, Tawi Aarti will be offered every evening, and each lamp lit will shine as a beacon of hope, purity, renewal and faith, illuminating not only the path of the pilgrim but the spirit of our society as well,” he said.
The Lt Governor invited seekers from across the country to participate in this spiritual journey.
Sinha applauded the efforts of Jammu Smart City Limited for building Tawi riverfront and ensuring the river’s rightful place at the heart of community life. He said banks that were once neglected have become vibrant centres of culture, tradition, social engagement and spiritual values.
“For centuries, Jammu has been known as a centre of spiritual awareness, cultural richness and learning. This land, with its ancient temples, has long embodied spiritual reflection and the finest values of Indian culture.
“It is therefore heartening to see Jammu reclaiming the distinguished identity for which it has been celebrated in history. I call for people’s active participation to keep the city clean and vibrant,” the Lt Governor said.
Sinha said he envisions a Jammu that emerges as a global centre for spiritual tourism, cultural studies and human values.
“I want to see a Tawi riverfront that sets a model for environmental protection, sustainable development and modern urban planning, where nature, culture and contemporary amenities complement one another to create a new model of development,” he said. PTI TAS TAS KSS KSS
This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.