POONCH: On the eve of Raksha Bandhan, Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma visited the revered Shri Budha Amarnath Ji Mandir in Mandi to extend warm greetings to the people of Poonch on this special occasion.
During his visit, the DC met with Swami Vishwatmanand Saraswati Ji Maharaj, sought his blessings, and engaged in a spiritual discourse. He also performed the Hawan Puja and took part in the community langar, a beloved festival tradition.
Additional District Development Commissioner Poonch Pankaj Magotra, Executive Engineer PWD, and other senior officials were present on the occasion.
While at the mandir, the Deputy Commissioner inspected the existing infrastructure, including the Yatri Bhavan. He instructed the Executive Engineer PWD to initiate immediate repairs and renovations and directed the construction of a new community hall, a rain shelter shed, and an additional floor for the tourist building to improve facilities for pilgrims and visitors.
Later, the DC visited Dera Santpura Nangali Sahib and Ziyarat Sai Mira Baksh, where he offered his respects.
