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New Delhi, October 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday greeted the countrymen on the occasion of Dhanteras and prayed for their happiness and prosperity.
Dhantrayodashi, also known as Dhanteras, is the first day of the Diwali festival in Hindu traditions.
The festival known as Lakshmi Puja is celebrated in the evening when diyas (earthen lamps) are lit. Devotional songs or bhajans are sung in praise of Goddess Lakshmi and traditional sweets are offered to her.
In a post on Twitter, PM Modi said, “Wishing a very happy Dhanteras to all my family members in the country. On this holy occasion, I pray for everyone’s happiness, prosperity and good health. May Lord Dhanvantari bestow his abundant blessings on all.”
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also wrote on Twitter, “Warm greetings to everyone on the auspicious festival of Dhanteras. I pray to Lord Dhanvantari for happiness, prosperity and good fortune in everyone’s life.”
On this occasion, Union Health Minister JP Nadda also extended his best wishes.
He posted on Instagram, “I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all of you on the holy festival of Dhanteras that brings prosperity, health and well-being. May your life be filled with happiness and prosperity, wealth and abundance and joy with the blessings of Maa Lakshmi Ji and Lord Dhanvantari Ji. Such is my good prayer.”
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also wished the countrymen on this occasion on social media.
Posting on X, he wrote, “Hearty congratulations and infinite good wishes to all of you on the holy festival of Dhanteras! May the immense blessings of Goddess Lakshmi keep the flow of happiness, prosperity, good fortune and joy in your home and courtyard, this is my prayer.”
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