<span style="color: #222222;">In the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha prayed on the occasion of Ashoora for peace and prosperity in Jammu and Kashmir and well being of its people.<br />'' <br />'' In a message on the eve of Ashoora Muharram, the Lt. Governor said that Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) and his companions sacrificed their lives for upholding the values of truth, justice and righteousness. He added that their martyrdom reminds us of the high principles of human dignity and morality.<br />''<br />''Remembering the martyrs of Karbala on Ashoora, the 10th day of  Muharram, the Lt. Governor said that Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) and his companions are the epitome of courage and patience who made historic sacrifices at Karbala. He urged the people to follow the path of righteousness and truth and hoped that such occasions would further strengthen the bond of love, peace, tolerance, and brotherhood among all communities.</span>