Jammu/Paddar (Kishtwar), June 5 (Scoop News)- J&K Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah today Described Dalai Lama the Shanti Doot, Omar said that peace and détente are the subjects of global significance in present day world scenario and every human being is equally important stake holder in global peace and tranquility.
Welcoming Dalai Lama on his visit to Paddar of Kishtwar district in Jammu region, Omar called for preserving and conserving the State’s this rich ethos and heritage.
He said that Jammu and Kashmir symbolizes the communal harmony, brotherhood and secular democratic temperament.
“The people of the State have lived in an atmosphere of amity since ages respecting each others faiths and cultural diversity”, he said.
Omar said that tolerance, co-existence and mutual understanding of each others views are imperative to create a peaceful order in the society and live in an atmosphere of brotherhood and harmony.
The Chief Minister said that people of Paddar were eagerly waiting for the Dalai Lama’s visit to this area and their desire has been fulfilled today. “I congratulate you for this occasion”, he said and wished well being and prosperity to them and the people of the State as a whole.
In his address to a jubilant and enthusiastic gathering on the occasion, the Buddhist greatest leader wished well being to the entire humanity and prayed for peace and prosperity of the State.
The Dalai Lama lauded Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah’s endeavours for equitable development of all areas and all sections of the society. He referred to his association with late Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah and Dr. Farooq Abdullah and appreciated their role in strengthening Jammu and Kashmir’s high values of communal amity.
Earlier n Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama arrival at Paddar, he was received by the devotees with traditional fervor and gaiety.
The Minister for Tourism, Nawang Rigzin Jora, Minister for CAPD, Qamar Ali Akhoon, Minister for R&B, G.M. Saroori, Parliament Member, Ch. Lal Singh and MLA Kishtwar Sajad Ahmad Kitchloo were present on the occasion.