President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar Extend Ganesh Chaturthi Greetings
President Droupadi Murmu extended greetings and best wishes to citizens of the country and abroad on the eve of Ganesh Chaturthi. She said, “On the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all Indians living in India and abroad.”
In her message, President Murmu emphasized that the festival of joy and enthusiasm gives the message of social harmony and brotherhood. She added, “Bhagwan Ganesh is a symbol of knowledge, wisdom, and prosperity. This festival motivates us to be humble and dutiful and also promotes social cohesion.” She urged citizens to pledge to collectively build a peaceful and prosperous India.
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar also greeted the people on the eve of Ganesh Chaturthi. He said, “I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all our fellow citizens on the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi. Lord Ganesha, the embodiment of wisdom, prosperity, and good fortune, holds a special place in the hearts of millions. As Vighnaharta, he inspires us to overcome challenges with courage, resolve, and resilience.”
Dhankhar further urged citizens to embrace the spirit of unity, brotherhood, and a commitment to overcome obstacles in our collective endeavor. He added, “May Lord Ganesha bless all with peace, prosperity, and happiness.”
Ganesh Chaturthi, a ten-day festival that starts on the fourth day of the Hindu lunisolar calendar month ‘Bhadrapada’, will start on September 7 this year. This auspicious ten-day festival starts with ‘Chaturthi’ and ends on ‘Anantha Chaturdashi’. The festive period is also known as ‘Vinayak Chaturthi’ or ‘Vinayak Chavithi’. The festival celebrates Ganesha as the ‘God of New Beginnings’ and the ‘Remover of Obstacles’ as well as the god of wisdom and intelligence.
The first look of Mumbai’s famous Lalbaugcha Raja was unveiled on Thursday. It is celebrated with much fervor across the country, with lakhs of devotees converging into mandals to seek blessings from Lord Ganesh. For the festivities, people bring Lord Ganesh idols to their homes, observe fasts, prepare mouth-watering delicacies, and visit pandals during the festival.
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President Droupadi Murmu -: Droupadi Murmu is the current President of India. She is the head of the country and represents India in important matters.
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar -: Jagdeep Dhankhar is the current Vice President of India. He is the second-highest official in the country and helps the President in their duties.
Ganesh Chaturthi -: Ganesh Chaturthi is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, who is known as the God of New Beginnings and the Remover of Obstacles. It is a ten-day festival filled with prayers, music, and celebrations.
Lord Ganesha -: Lord Ganesha is a popular Hindu deity with an elephant head. He is worshipped as the God of New Beginnings and the Remover of Obstacles, and people pray to him for good luck and success.
Social harmony -: Social harmony means people living together peacefully and happily, respecting each other’s differences and helping one another.
Brotherhood -: Brotherhood means treating each other like family, with kindness and support, even if you are not related by blood.
Unity -: Unity means being together and working as one, especially when facing challenges or trying to achieve a common goal.
Overcoming challenges -: Overcoming challenges means finding ways to solve problems and difficulties, and not giving up even when things are tough.