Chief Minister celebrated Diwali with the elderly at the Ladwa old age home and with children at the orphanage

5 Dariya News

Ladwa (Kurukshetra) 01-Nov-2024

Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini celebrated Diwali with the elderly and children by visiting Baba Bansivala Vridha Ashram and Sakshi Balkunj Ashram in Ladwa, Kurukshetra, on this festive occasion. He distributed sweets, shawls, and fruit baskets, wishing everyone a Happy Diwali.

The Chief Minister began his visit at Baba Bansivala Vridha Ashram, where he offered his respects. Speaking to the elderly, he expressed his joy in being with them and mentioned that he had come to seek their blessings. He said that Lord Sheei Rama returned to Ayodhya on this day, and Diwali is celebrated to commemorate this event. He also highlighted the grand temple of Shree Rama that has been constructed in Ayodhya, which is beautifully adorned for the festival.

On this occasion, he inquired about the accommodation and food arrangements for the elderly residents. During this interaction, some elderly individuals requested the Chief Minister's assistance in obtaining old age pensions and Ayushman cards. In response, the Chief Minister directed the Deputy Commissioner, who was present, to take immediate action to address these issues.

The Chief Minister expressed that he felt fortunate to receive blessings from the elders on this auspicious festival. After this, the Chief Minister visited Sakshi Balkunj Ashram in Ladwa, where he extended his blessings to the children living there and wished them a Happy Diwali.

He encouraged the children to study with dedication and hard work, emphasizing that goals can only be achieved through perseverance. He also gathered information about the facilities provided to the children from the ashram's director, who mentioned that 15 children reside there and are receiving various forms of support.

The elderly and children expressed great joy at the Chief Minister's presence, noting that this was the first time a Chief Minister had visited them during Diwali to share in their festivities.Following this, the Chief Minister went to Kisan Vishram Grih in Babain, where he wished BJP workers, officials, and other dignitaries a Happy Diwali. Deputy Commissioner Mr. Rajesh Jogpal and other dignitaries were also present during these celebrations.