‘Holi brings new energy and enthusiasm’: PM Modi sends greetings

“I extend my Holi blessings to all my countrymen,” he said.

New Delhi:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to the citizens of the country on the eve of Holi on Sunday.

Prime Minister Modi posted on social media platform X, “I extend my Holi wishes to all my countrymen in the country.”

He said: “May this traditional festival, full of family affection and harmony, bring new vitality and enthusiasm to everyone’s lives.”

Happy Holi to my family members across the country. May this traditional festival full of family affection and harmony bring new vitality and new enthusiasm to everyone’s lives.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 24, 2024

Earlier in the day, President Drupadi Murmu also extended Holi greetings to citizens.

In his message, the President said, “On the auspicious occasion of Holi, I extend my greetings and best wishes to all Indians living in India and abroad.”

Holi is a festival celebrated with great enthusiasm at home and abroad and will be celebrated on Monday, March 25 this year. The festival is preceded by a bonfire lighting ceremony called Holika Dahan, symbolizing the burning of the demon Holika.

The festival commemorates Lord Krishna, who is believed to have spent considerable time in a region in Uttar Pradesh called Braj.

It not only replicates the spirit of Holi but also emulates the eternal love of Radha and Krishna.

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