Navroz 2026: President Murmu, PM Modi Greet Citizens, Praise Parsi Community

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm greetings to citizens on the occasion of Parsi New Year, Navroz. Both leaders praised the Parsi community for its enduring contribution to India’s development and wished everyone happiness, peace, prosperity and good health.

President Murmu shared her greetings on X and described Navroz as a festival of new beginnings and renewed hope. She said the celebration highlights co-existence and service to humanity.

The President praised the Parsi community’s spirit of enterprise and philanthropy. She expressed confidence that Navroz would inspire citizens to work together towards an inclusive and developed India.

President Droupadi Murmu wished happiness, peace and prosperity to people in India and abroad, especially the Parsi community.

On the auspicious occasion of Parsi New Year Navroz, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all fellow citizens living in India and abroad, especially Parsi brothers and sisters. pic.twitter.com/QP0L7ZZXzU

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) August 15, 2026

PM Modi extended his wishes through X. He highlighted the community’s remarkable contributions across various sectors and said they had enriched the nation in countless ways.

The Prime Minister wished everyone peace, joy, prosperity and good health in the year ahead.

Greetings on the start of the Parsi New Year. The Parsi community’s remarkable contribution across sectors has enriched our nation in countless ways. May the year ahead be filled with peace, joy, prosperity and good health for everyone.

Navroz Mubarak!

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 15, 2026

Navroz, also called Nowruz, symbolises spring and the renewal of nature. The Persian words ‘Nav’ and ‘Roz’ mean ‘new’ and ‘day’, together signifying a new day.

While the festival traditionally coincides with the March equinox, Parsis in India observe it according to the Shahenshahi calendar, which places Navroz in July or August.

The festival traces its origins to Prophet Zarathustra, the founder of Zoroastrianism. Rooted in ancient Persia, the faith remains central to Parsi cultural heritage.

Parsis across India celebrate Navroz with devotion and enthusiasm.

The festival reflects renewal, unity and cultural continuity while highlighting the community’s lasting legacy in India.

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