Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, June 26: The 612th Sant Kabir Jayanti Samaroh was organized by Bhagat Mahasabha, Jammu unit, with traditional fervour and gaiety at Parade Ground, here today Dohas of Saint Kabir were recited by various speakers on the occasion. The stress was laid on the education of children of Megh Samaj in particular and Dalit Samaj in general.
It was also impressed upon educated class to familiarize their kids with the preachings of Saint Kabir and make it a practice of reciting them in their prayers every morning and evening,
A holiday on this auspicious day was also demanded by the Bhagat Mahasbha.
The function was attended by a large number of people from all parts of Jammu region and all sections of the society.
The Deputy Chief Minister Tara Chand was the chief guest on the occasion, who called upon the people to follow the teachings of Kabirji Maharaj.
Those who spoke at the function included Prof Garu Ram Bhagat, MLA, Bali Bhagat, ex-MLA, Dr Preeti Bhagat, national president Prof Raj Kumar, Bodh Raj Bhagat, OP Bhagat, Puran Chand Maurya, Sudesh Bhagat, Jai Kumar, Bhim Sen, Mohinder Bhagat, Bal Krishan Bhagat, Dr Jaswant Bhagat and Chanchala Bhagat.
Meritorious students, who performed well in academic or sports were felicitated.
A langar and Chabeel was also served amongst the sangat.