Governor backs armed forces
Sitamarhi:
Governor Arif Mohammed Khan
on Saturday voiced strong support for the
armed forces
and
Prime Minister Narendra Modi
in the nation's stand against
terrorism
and Pakistan. "The entire country was wholeheartedly with our Prime Minister during the fight against terrorists and Pakistan.
Our Army and paramilitary forces are great. Everyone should cheer them," he said.He also announced that Raj Bhavans across the country would observe a Sarv Dharm (all-faith) prayer on Sunday.
"Each Governor House in the country will organise
Sarv Dharm prayer
on Sunday," he added.The governor was speaking at the Sitamarhi Mahotsav, held at Punaura Dham in Sitamarhi district. During his address, he highlighted the rich legacy of the Hindu faith and praised the values embodied by Lord Ram and Goddess Sita during the Treta Yuga.He was welcomed by Punaura temple Mahanth Kaushal Das and Bagahi Matha Mahanth Sukhadev Das. A group of saints from Varanasi also praised the governor for his deep understanding of various religions.
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