Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya invited to Maha Kumbh-2025
Chandigarh, December 24, 2024: Haryana Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya was on Tuesday extended a formal invitation to attend the grand Maha Kumbh-2025 by Uttar Pradesh Industrial Development Minister Shri Nand Gopal Nandi and State Minister Shri Jaswant Saini during a courtesy meeting at the Raj Bhavan.
The ministers presented the invitation on behalf of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Shri Yogi Adityanath for the revered Maha Kumbh festival, scheduled to be held in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, from January 13 to February 26, 2025. Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya graciously accepted the invitation and expressed his willingness to participate in the grand holy event. The Uttar Pradesh Ministers also presented sacred Ganga water from the Sangam in Prayagraj to the Governor. Governor Shri Dattatraya honoured the ministers with a shawl and a statue of Lord Shri Krishna as a mark of respect for their visit to the Raj Bhavan.
Present on the occasion were Governor’s Secretary Shri Atul Dwivedi, IAS; ADC Squadron Leader Shri Mohan Krishna P; Governor’s OSD Shri Bakhwinder Singh; and Uttar Pradesh government officials including Special Secretary Shri Piyush Verma, Shri Divyanshu Shekhar, and Shri Manmohan Singh.
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Haryana Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya met with His Holiness Sri Sri Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swami ji
Chandigarh, December 24, 2024: Haryana Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya met with His Holiness Sri Sri Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swami ji on Tuesday at the Raj Bhavan during a courtesy visit.
Governor Shri Dattatraya honoured Sri Swami ji with a shawl and presented a statue of Lord Krishna in his cosmic form upon his arrival at the Raj Bhavan. During the visit, Sri Swami ji also blessed and distributed offerings to Governor Shri Dattatraya, Lady Governor Smt Bandaru Vasantha, and other family members.
On this occasion, the Governor's Secretary Shri Atul Dwivedi, IAS; ADC to the Governor Squadron Leader Shri Mohan Krishna P; IT Advisor to the Governor Shri BA Bhanu Shankar along with other officials and staff of the Raj Bhavan, also received blessings and offerings from Sri Swami ji.
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Haryana Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya extends warm Christmas greetings
Chandigarh, December 24, 2024: Haryana Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya on Tuesday extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of Haryana and the entire nation on the joyous occasion of Christmas.
In his message on the eve of Christmas, Shri Dattatraya emphasized the universal values of love, peace, compassion, and brotherhood, which are at the heart of Christmas.
The Governor said: “Christmas reminds us of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, who preached the virtues of kindness, forgiveness, and service to humanity. This sacred day inspires us to work towards building a society rooted in harmony and mutual respect.”
Governor Shri Dattatraya highlighted the festive spirit as an opportunity to spread joy and foster unity among people of all faiths and communities.
“As we celebrate the birth of Lord Jesus, let us reaffirm our commitment to the ideals of selfless service and care for the less fortunate. May this Christmas bring happiness, good health, and prosperity to all,” he added.
Shri Dattatraya also expressed hope that the message of Christmas would inspire individuals to strengthen the bonds of togetherness and work collectively towards a better future for the nation. The Governor wished everyone a joyous Christmas, praying for peace and prosperity to all.