Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, May 30: BJP Kashmir Displaced District (KDD) here today organized a programme at Shiv Mandir, Jagti to commemorate the 300th birth anniversary of Punyashlok Ahilyabai Holkar, the ruler of Holkar dynasty in Malwa.
The event was graced by Ashok Koul, BJP general secretary (organization) as chief guest.
Also present on the occasion were Girdhari Lal Raina, ex-MLC; Rajeev Pandita, District president KDD; former KDD president, Chand Bhat; general secretaries—M.L Bhat and Vimal Raina; Mahila Morcha president, Dolly Raina; Mandal president (Tika Lal Taploo Mandal), Pyare Lal Pandita along with several senior BJP leaders and party workers.
The programme commenced with floral tribute offered at the portrait of Ahilyabai Holkar.
In his keynote address, Ashok Koul described Ahilyabai Holkar as divine and courageous leader who demonstrated valour at battlefield while maintaining a nurturing and just approach in governance.
Girdhari Lal Raina, in his address, elaborated the life and governance of Ahilyabai Holkar, highlighting her commitment to justice, equality and reconstruction of key centers of Sanatan Sanskriti.
Rajeev Pandita also spoke on the occasion. Proceedings were conducted by Moti Lal Bhat and vote of thanks was delivered by Piaray Lal Pandita.
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