‘The various colors of Holi symbolize the diversity of our country’: President Drupadi Murmu

President Murmu said Holi injects hope and enthusiasm into our lives. (document)

New Delhi:

President Drupadi Murmu extended greetings to citizens on the eve of Holi and said the festival promotes love, unity and brotherhood among people.

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

In his message, the President promoted the spirit of Holi and said, “Holi is a festival of vitality and joy that infuses hope and enthusiasm into our lives. The various colors of Holi symbolize our country diversity. This festival promotes the emotion of love, unity and brotherhood among people. This festival also inspires us to strengthen our cultural heritage. “

“May this festival of colors bring happiness in everyone’s life and inspire us all to work towards nation-building with renewed enthusiasm,” she added.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also 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.”

Earlier, Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended greetings to the people on the occasion of Holi, the festival of colors, wishing happiness, prosperity, harmony and new energy in everyone’s life.

Amit Shah said: “My best wishes to all our countrymen for this great festival of color and joy – Holi. May this happy festival bring prosperity and harmony in the lives of all of you The color has become a medium to spread new energy.” posted from his official X account.

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh also extended warm greetings to fellow countrymen on the occasion of Holi.

“Best wishes to everyone on Holi. May this festival of colors inject joy, enthusiasm and new energy into your life. Happy Holi!” Rajnath Singh posted from his handle on X.

Holi is celebrated with great enthusiasm both at home and abroad. 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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