Kullu, October 24: Public Works and Urban Development Minister Vikramaditya Singh on Saturday offered prayers at the temporary camp of Bijli Mahadev at Dhalpur during the International Kullu Dussehra festival.
The minister performed puja and sought the blessings of the deity. On Friday evening, he had also visited the temporary camp of Lord Raghunath Ji and offered prayers. Singh expressed reverence for the rich Dev culture, religious faith and centuries-old traditions of Devbhoomi Kullu.
He said the International Kullu Dussehra festival represents the unique cultural identity of Himachal Pradesh. The gathering of deities during the festival brings the region’s ancient traditions and religious beliefs to life, attracting devotees and tourists from across India and abroad.
The minister said Kullu Dussehra was not merely a religious event but also a reflection of the state’s rich cultural heritage, social harmony and public faith. He added that the festival plays an important role in preserving and promoting Dev traditions passed down through generations.
