Modi wishes people for Navratri

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today greeted people on the occasion of the holy period of Navratri, saying may Maa Jagdamba keep inspiring us to serve the poorest of the poor.

"As the auspicious festival of Navratri begins, I convey my warm greetings to everyone. We bow to Maa Jagdamba and seek her blessings. May Maa Jagdamba enrich our lives with strength, well-being, good health and may she keep inspiring us to serve the poorest of the poor," the Prime Minister said in his message.

The holy period of Navratri commences today and will conclude on Oct. 2.