Deputy Chief Minister Kavinder Gupta today said Jammu and Kashmir is an abode of peace and tranquillity where the people of different faiths are living together in harmony and mutual brotherhood since centuries and such holy occasions further strengthen the bonds of love and amity among different communities.The Deputy Chief Minister said this while greeting people on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr in a programme organized by Anjuman-e-Islamia at Bhatindi.Wishing the people well-being and prosperity, the Deputy CM reminded the people about the essence of the festival. He expressed hope that the holy occasion will strengthen the bonds of communal harmony and bring peace, prosperity and well-being for the state and people all over the world.He hoped that the Eid-ul-Fitr would become the harbinger of peace, progress and prosperity for the state and its people.On the occasion, people also apprised him about their issues including water scarcity, unscheduled power cuts, renovation of roads and many more alike. He heard the grievances patiently and assured that whatever has been brought to his notice would be taken up with the concerned authorities for appropriate action.