SHIMLA: Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla attended the closing cultural evening of the five-day International Mandi Shivratri Festival as the Chief Guest, on Tuesday evening. Lady Governor Janaki Shukla also accompanied him on the occasion.
MLA and Chairman General House (Aam Sabha) Assembly of the International Shivratri Festival Committee Chander Shekhar honoured the Governor by presenting a memento a replica of the famous Bhootnath Temple. Deputy Commissioner Apoorv Devgan felicitated the Governor and the Lady Governor by presenting traditional Himachali shawls and caps.
The final cultural evening showcased mesmerizing performances by international artists, including a captivating act by artists from Kazakhstan. Indian Idol fame Nitin also enthralled the audience with his performance. The Governor enjoyed the cultural presentations till late at night.
Leader of Opposition and former Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur, MLAs, Mayor, Mandi Municipal Corporation Virender Sharma, Councillors, Secretary to the Governor C.P. Verma, Superintendent of Police Sakshi Verma, officers of the district administration and other dignitaries were also present on the occasion.