Jammu, May 1 -- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah have extended greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima, which is being observed Friday.

In his message, the LG said: "On the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima, I extend my greetings and good wishes to all. The timeless wisdom of Lord Buddha, rooted in compassion, non violence and equality, continues to illuminate humanity's journey toward spiritual salvation and lasting peace.

"In a world of great change, we are reminded not only of the challenges before us but also of the immense strength that lies in our unity. On this auspicious festival, I pray that through solidarity and shared resolve, we may continue our steadfast jour...