A religious event chaired by J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday at the 8 th Century protected site of Martand Temple in south Kashmir’s Anantnag has landed into a controversy as the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) denied it issued any permission for holding puja at the core protected area on the premises.
L-G Sinha on Sunday took part in the Navgrah Ashtamangalam puja at the ancient Martand Sun temple in Mattan, Anantnag. The event saw the presence of saints, members of Kashmiri Pandit community and local residents, according to the Raj Bhawan. Later, the L-G termed the event a truly divine experience.
“We are making dedicated efforts to transform historical spiritual places of J&K into vibrant centers that will guide us on the path of righteousness and bless this beautiful land with peace, happiness and prosperity,” the L-G said, after the puja.
