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Governor inaugurates Kullu Dussehra festival

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Kullu .The week-long international Kullu Dussehra festival commenced with traditional fervor at Dhalpur ground today. Governor Shri Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar inaugurated the festival by participating in the Rathyatra of Lord Raghunath. Justice  Sandeep Sharma, Judge of Himachal Pradesh High Court was also present on the occasion.


The Governor felicitated the people of the valley on the auspicious occasion of  Dussehra, which symbolizes victory of the truth over evil. He said that the culture of Himachal Pradesh was unique and had a distinct identity. The fairs and festivals celebrated here round the year provide a glimpse of rich traditions and beliefs of the people, he added.


He said the people of the state deserve appreciation for preserving their rich culture, age-old customs and traditions in the present era of modernization, which needs to be carried for future generations.  About 332 deities from various parts of Kullu district were invited and nearly 170 are participating in this festival. Earlier, the Governor has accorded a warm welcome on his arrival at Bhuntar Airport. Deputy Commissioner Shri Ashutosh Garg and Suprintendent of Police Shri Gurdev Sharma welcomed the Governor.



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