Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta offering prayers on the occasion of Hanuman Janmotsav at Jhandewalan Hanuman Temple in New Delhi on Thursday. (ANI photo)

New Delhi: Chief Minister of Delhi Rekha Gupta on Thursday offered prayers at Sankat Mochan Dham in Karol Bagh, where there is a 108-foot statue of Lord Hanuman. Hanuman Jayanti.Gupta said Lord Hanuman, who is a symbol of service and courage, has been an inspiration for nation building and prayed for the well-being, peace and prosperity of the people of Delhi while reciting Hanuman Chalisa along with other devotees.His ideals continue to inspire us to serve the society and the nation selflessly, the Chief Minister said. He said that sacred occasions like Hanuman Jayanti promote positive energy, unity and spiritual awareness in the society.