Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended greetings to people across the country on the occasion of multiple regional New Year festivals, including Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, Cheti Chand, Navreh and Sajibu Cheiraoba.
The Prime Minister also conveyed his wishes on the first day of Navratri, praying for discipline, peace and positive energy in people’s lives.
In a post on X, PM Modi offered prayers to Goddess Durga, expressing hope that her blessings would bring happiness and compassion to all. “On the sacred festival of Navratri, I pray to the Mother Goddess to bless everyone with her love and compassion,” he said.
Highlighting the significance of the first day of Navratri, the Prime Minister noted that it is dedicated to the worship of Shailaputri, the first manifestation of Goddess Durga. He shared a Sanskrit subhashitam describing the deity and wished that her blessings inspire discipline, peace and positivity.
In separate posts, the Prime Minister extended festival greetings to different communities, wishing them prosperity and a successful year ahead. He also shared a video message reiterating his prayers and good wishes for the festive season.
These festivals, celebrated across various regions of India, mark the beginning of the traditional New Year and reflect the country’s rich cultural diversity.
