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CM Sukhu leads Dussehra celebrations at Shimla’s Jakhu Temple

CM Sukhu Leads Dussehra Celebrations at Jakhu Temple

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Large crowds witness remote-controlled burning of Ravana, Meghnath and Kumbhkaran effigies

Shimla: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu attended Dussehra celebrations at Jakhu Temple in Shimla on Tuesday evening, where he ignited the effigies of Ravana, Meghnath and Kumbhkaran using a remote.

After offering prayers at the Hanuman temple, the CM proceeded to the Dussehra celebration site, where the Nabha Ram Leela troupe staged a battle between Lord Ram and Ravana.

Sukhu extended Dussehra greetings to the people on the occasion.

Addressing the gathering on the occasion, the CM said Dussehra symbolised the victory of truth over falsehood and righteousness over unrighteousness.

He also described Himachal Pradesh as a land of deities and said festivals across the state were celebrated in an atmosphere of peace and brotherhood.

The annual Dussehra celebrations at the Jakhu Temple drew a large gathering, with people assembling at the venue to witness the traditional effigy burning ceremony.

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