Shimla: Himahchal Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur announced Makar Sakranti festival of Brijeshwari Dham as district level festival.
Speaking as the chief guest in Silver Jubilee function of Brahmin Kalyan Parishad in district Kangra, he also directed district administration to complete the formalities of lease deed for construction of Parshuram building.
He also announced to provide Rs . 21 lakh for the construction of Brahmin Kalyan building in Kangra.
Thakur said that social organisations play a vital role in conservation of culture and traditions. Former Chief Minister Shanta Kumar said that India has always believed in ideology of ‘Vasudev Kutumbkam.’ President, International Brahmin Sabha, Pandit Sukhbir was also present along with Secretary, Brahmin Kalyan Parishad, Gautam Vyathit.