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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis greeted people on the occasion of Gudi Padwa and the Hindu New Year on Thursday, reaffirming his commitment to propel the state forward and bring positive change in every person's life. The CM participated in a 'shobhayatra' (procession) organised on the occasion in his hometown Nagpur. Speaking to reporters during the event, Fadnavis emphasised conserving the culture and traditions. Asked about his resolution for the Hindu New Year, Fadnavis said he aims to take Maharashtra forward and bring positive change in the lives of every person in the state. The CM said he was very happy to participate in the Gudi Padwa 'shobhayatra' in Nagpur and extended best wishes to the entire nation. The festival is being celebrated with enthusiasm and pomp across the state, with people hoisting "gudis" at their houses, which is considered auspicious and believed to bring good luck and fortune. The word 'Gudi' means a flag and 'Padwa' is Pratipada, the f
President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday greeted citizens on the eve of different festivals marking the arrival of Indian new year and hoped that they bind different communities of India in bonds of love, harmony and affection. Murmu conveyed her greetings to citizens on the eve of Chaitra Sukladi, Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, Cheti Chand, Navreh and Sajibu Cheiraoba, a statement issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan said. "These festivals, which are celebrated on the arrival of the Indian new year, are symbols of our faith and carriers of our ancient culture. These festivals of happiness strengthen the spirit of social harmony and brotherhood in our society. We also express our gratitude to nature through these festivals," she said. "May these festivals bind different communities of India in bonds of love, harmony and affection and bring happiness and prosperity for all," Murmu said.
Extending his greetings to the people of Maharashtra on the special occasion of Gudi Padwa, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said may the coming year bring happiness, good health and prosperity."People across India are celebrating the start of the new year. New year greetings to everyone. May the year bring peace, joy & prosperity," Prime Minister Modi tweeted.In a series of tweets, the Prime Minister also wished on the occasion of Navreh and Ugadi."On the auspicious occasion of Navreh, my greetings to everyone celebrating. May the year ahead be characterised by positivity & good health. Ugadi greetings to all those celebrating. May the coming year fulfil all your wishes & may there be happiness all around," he tweeted.He also extended his greetings to Manipur on the occasion of Sajibu Cheiraoba."Sajibu Cheiraoba wishes to my sisters & brothers in Manipur. Have a cheerful & harmonious year ahead. Cheti Chand greetings to the Sindhi community. May Lord ...