State Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Rakesh Singh attended the Shodashi Mahotsav and condolence meeting held in memory of Sant Kalikanand Ji Maharaj at Shri Siddh Shaktipeeth Kalidham, Gaurighat, on Tuesday. He paid tribute to the saint and received blessings from Mahamandaleshwar Atmanand Giri Ji Maharaj. Singh said that the saint’s absence would always be felt. He said saints never leave society completely, as their thoughts, values and blessings continue to guide people for generations. The PWD minister said Sant Kalikanand Ji Maharaj always had a kind and caring nature. His life was devoted to helping others. Singh said he had been fortunate to receive the saint’s love and blessings for many years. He recalled that the saint never spoke about his physical pain or suffering. Instead, he always advised people to remain happy and live life with joy. Singh also shared that the saint had written the same message in his diary towards the end of his life: "Always remain happy and live life with joy." Several saints, MLA Ashok Rohani, JDA Chairman Sandeep Jain, BJP City President Ratnesh Sonkar and a large number of devotees attended the meeting.