Maha Ashtami Greetings: President Murmu, PM Modi Invoke Maa Durga’s Blessings For Happiness & Harmony

On the sacred occasion of Maha Ashtami, President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended their heartfelt greetings to the people of India, celebrating the triumph of divinity and the cultural richness of Durga Puja and Navratri.

Both leaders invoked Maa Durga’s blessings for peace, prosperity, and spiritual strength across the nation.

President Murmu, in a message shared on social media platform X, emphasised the festival’s cultural and spiritual essence, calling it a time of devotion and reflection.

Her message read, “On the holy occasion of Durga Puja, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all Indians living in the country and abroad. The sacred festival of Durga Puja is a symbol of our culture, faith, and spiritual pride. Worshipping the nine forms of Maa Durga not only purifies the spirit but inspires us to advance with truth, justice, and compassion. This festival promotes equality, tolerance, and love. Let us, on this auspicious day, renew our resolve to ensure respect and rightful dignity for women in society. May Maa Durga bless everyone with wisdom, courage, happiness, and prosperity.”

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also took to X to extend his festive greetings, expressing hope that the sacred occasion brings positivity and good health.

“Heartiest greetings to all fellow countrymen on the auspicious occasion of Maha Ashtami of Navratri. My wish is that this sacred occasion brings happiness, peace, and excellent health into everyone’s life,” he wrote.

Further adding to the spiritual fervour, the Prime Minister shared a devotional rendition of ‘Durge Durge Durgatinashini, Kichhu Bali Gaane Gaane’ by legendary singer Asha Bhosle and Swapan Chakraborty, evoking a sense of devotion among followers online.

Spiritual Observances Across the Country

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also extended his greetings and highlighted the significance of worshipping Maa Mahagauri, the eighth form of Goddess Durga, revered on Maha Ashtami.

He said, “The worship of Mother Mahagauri, the eighth form of the primordial power Mother Durga, brings spiritual peace and divine blessings. May Maa Mahagauri fulfil all the devotees’ wishes and bless everyone with happiness, prosperity, and positive energy.”

Temples and households across India observed special pujas, devotional songs, and rituals in honour of Maa Mahagauri.

Devotees offered prayers seeking strength, wisdom, and divine grace as the Navratri celebrations continue towards Navami and culminate with Vijayadashami.

Moreover, Maha Ashtami, one of the most revered days of Navratri, symbolises the victory of good over evil and the empowerment of divine feminine energy.

The messages from the nation’s leaders echoed the spirit of unity, devotion, and collective well-being, inspiring citizens to embrace compassion and righteousness in their lives.

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