Chandigarh: Punjab governor and UT administrator Gulab Chand Kataria participated in Vijayadashami celebrations across sectors 17, 46, and 48 on Tuesday, performing the traditional Ravana Dahan and emphasising the festival’s message of the triumph of good over evil.He urged citizens to renounce substance abuse and contribute toward building a drug-free Chandigarh.Addressing festival attendees, governor Kataria stated that Dussehra serves as a reminder to conquer inner vices such as anger, greed, hatred, corruption, and ego, while embracing the principles of truth, duty, compassion, and justice demonstrated by Lord Ram.Kataria emphasised that addressing drug abuse requires a collective approach involving families, educators, youth, and religious and social organizations. He stressed that individuals struggling with addiction require medical treatment, counselling, and rehabilitation rather than social ostracisation.The administrator also underscored the importance of women’s empowerment and social harmony, encouraging residents to respect women, oppose injustice, protect the environment, and foster community brotherhood.
