Festival of nature ‘Karma’ was celebrated with zeal and enthusiasm on Monday in the State. Several sacred ‘Karam’ venues in Ranchi were beautifully decorated to carry out the rituals. Asking for State’s peace and prosperity, Governor, Droupadi Murmu danced on the beats of Mandar along with other local artists and people on this auspicious occasion.
Governor while addressing the gathering at Department of Tribal and Regional language Department of Ranchi University, said, “Enfolding vivid mythological importance, the festival gives us the message to spread peace and harmony in the society. The festival gives an individual positivity and inspires each one of us to maintain harmony with nature to lead peaceful life. It also rejuvenates people soul.”
“Tribal society gives significant importance to nature and several celebrations of tribal groups are associated with nature. The ‘Karam’ tree symbolises fertility, prosperity and everything that is auspicious. During the festival, the branch of the ‘Karam’ tree is carried by the group of dancers which have its own connotation. Today, the entire world is brainstorming on ‘Global Warming’ issue, its ill effects and consequences. At this time, this auspicious festival holds much more worthiness than the earlier days,” added, Murmu.
Governor on the occasion also emphasised on developing the State as ‘Tourism Hub’ through team work and sincere efforts. “Situated in natures lap, the State has ample scenic beauty and must promote it on wider scale to attract visitors from different parts of the country and abroad,” added Murmu.
Speaking about the Government plantation drive during the festivity, she added, “Sincere efforts are being put to conserve nature. To boost the Government plan, recently a massive plantation drive was carried out on Raj Bhawan premises. Every one should try to protect environment with utmost importance. She also urged to the people to plant maximum saplings for a better tomorrow.