Srinagar, 25th June 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha attended Rudra Abhishek ceremony on the auspicious occasion of Shivacharya Abhinavgupta Jayanti and Nirjala Ekadashi at Shri Anandishwar Bhairav Nath Ji Maharaj Asthapan, Maisuma, Srinagar, today.
The Lieutenant Governor interacted with the devotees and extended his heartiest greetings.
On the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor observed that Shri Anandishwar Bhairav Nath Ji Maharaj Asthapan continues to occupy a cherished place in the collective consciousness of Jammu Kashmir.
He offered his deepest prayers for the peace, well-being, and prosperity of all. He said the vision of great sages reminds us that our collective growth and harmony are beautifully interconnected.
“The life and teachings of Shivacharya Abhinavgupta, foremost exponent of Kashmir Shaivism, continue to illuminate India’s spiritual heritage. From aesthetics to profound philosophy of Self-recognition, his vision remains a timeless beacon of non-dual consciousness,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The members of Shri Anandishwar Bhairav Nath Asthapan Trust’s Organizing and Management Committees including Shri Omkar Nath Bhat, President; Shri Hari Krishan Koul, Vice President; Shri Hira Lal Koul, Executive Member; Shri Pushpati Nath Koul, Joint Secretary, and Shri Vijay Sas, Secretary were present.
Shri VK Birdi, IGP Kashmir; Shri Tejinder Singh, IGP CID; Dr. GV Sundeep Chakravarthy, SSP Srinagar; Shri Akshay Labroo, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar and senior officers also accompanied the Lieutenant Governor.
