Governor Shukla Celebrates Birthday by Planting a Sapling
Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla marked his birthday by planting a Buransh (Rhododendron) sapling in the Raj Bhavan premises today. Lady Governor Janaki Shukla was also present on this special occasion.
On this auspicious day, the Governor also visited the renowned Jakhu Temple and offered prayers.
President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, Speaker of Lok Sabha Shri Om Birla, Union Ministers, Governors of various states, State Cabinet members, MLAs, and other dignitaries, conveyed their birthday greetings to the Governor over the phone. They wished him good health and a long life. Leader of Opposition and former Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur, also extended his heartfelt wishes to the Governor.
A simple, yet warm ceremony was organized at Raj Bhavan to extend greetings to the Governor on his birthday. While addressing the staff members, the Governor expressed his gratitude and said, “May I continue to receive the love and support of the people of the State so that I may always uphold the dignity of this esteemed office and contribute to the development of Himachal Pradesh.” He also shared his satisfaction over the success of the anti-drug campaign initiated by him, which has now transformed into a full-fledged movement. He appreciated the efforts of the State Government in bringing strict laws to curb drug abuse and acknowledged the valuable contribution of the public in this initiative.
Chief Secretary Prabodh Saxena, Director General of Police Dr.Atul Verma, Senior officers, officials and other prominent people also greeted the Governor on the occasion.
