Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, July 28: In a remarkable initiative to preserve the region’s rich cultural heritage, J&K Dharmarth Trust has successfully renovated and restored a Shiv Temple in Pahalgam, to its original glory. This temple was built by Dr Karan Singh, Chairman Trustee, in 1962.
This historic event was marked by the installation of a specially crafted Shiv Parivar idol, ordered and manufactured in Rajasthan by the ‘Raj Pariwar’ of Jammu and Kashmir.
Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, Advisor to the Lieutenant Governor of J&K and his wife Manu Bhatnagar visited the Temple. They along with Vikramaditya Singh (Trustee of J&K Dharmarth Trust) and his better half Chitrangada Singh performed ‘Pooja’ following the ‘Murti’ installation ceremony of Shiv Parivar, and took blessings from Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati.
Chitrangada Singh and Vikramaditya Singh personally offered gold ornaments to Maa Parvati in the presence of Advisor Bhatnagar and his wife, symbolizing the deep respect and reverence held for the deities.
Following the installation, Vikramaditya Singh, Advisor Bhatnagar, and his wife actively participated in a sacred Hawan ceremony, offering Puran Aahutis (oblations) to invoke divine blessings and ensure the successful consecration of the temple.
Advisor RR Bhatnagar acknowledged the efforts of the Dharmarth Trust in preserving the cultural heritage and enhancing the facilities for devotees. Later, the Advisor and his wife along with Vikramaditya Singh and Chitrangada Singh took part in the ‘Dogri Dham’, which was specially organized for the occasion.
Brig R S Langeh (president of the Trust) informed that the Trust is committed to preserving and enhancing the cultural and religious heritage of the region.
Among other Trust officials and dignitaries who graced the occasion included IG Sujit Kumar.
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