Kulgam, Oct 20, KDC: Vijayadashami (Dussehra) was today celebrated with great enthusiasm and religious fervour at K.P. Colony, Vessu.
On the auspicious occasion, Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Shahzad Alam , visited the colony and took part in celebrations with the residents.
He also extended heartfelt greetings to the people. Besides, the DC also inspected the ongoing infrastructure development works and took stock of the progress being made. He also interacted with the residents and listened to their various issues and concerns.
The Deputy Commissioner assured the residents that their genuine concerns would be looked into by the concerned authorities.
As part of the Dussehra celebrations, a prize distribution ceremony was organised for children to encourage their participation and recognise their talent. The celebrations culminated with the traditional burning of the effigy of Ravana by a large gathering of colony residents, symbolising the victory of good over evil.
Vessu Welfare Committee expressed its gratitude to the Deputy Commissioner for visiting the colony, reviewing the ongoing development works, and interacting with the residents.
The Committee also conveyed its warm greetings to all residents on Vijayadashami, emphasising the values of truth, righteousness, unity, brotherhood, and humanity. (KDC)
