Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti today celebrated Diwali with orphans, widows and senior citizens in the city.
She distributed sweets and gifts among the orphans at Bal Niketan, widows at Nari Niketan and old-age persons at Ambphalla, a statement issued here said.
Advisor to Chief Minister Amitabh Mattoo, Special DGP (Coordination) S P Vaid also accompanied her.
Mehbooba interacted with children, widows and elderly and enquired about facilities at their respective centres, it said, adding she announced LED TVs for them on the occasion.
She said we must remember the poor and needy and share joy with them during festivals.
"While we celebrate Diwali with much fanfare, we must also remember those living in orphanages and old-age homes. If we are able to bring smile on their faces, I think our celebrations are doubled," she said.
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