Prez Murmu greets citizens on eve of Ganesh Chaturthi

August 30, 2022 17:58

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday sent greetings to all fellow citizens on the eve of Ganesh Chaturthi and prayed that peace and happiness continues to prevail in the world.

In a message, the president has said, "On the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, I extend my greetings and best wishes to all the fellow citizens living in India and abroad."

"Ganesh Chaturthi marks the birth anniversary of Lord Ganesha, the symbol of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune. Lord Ganesha is considered to be a Vighnaharta and Mangalmurti," Murmu said.

On this occasion, let us pray for the blessings of Lord Ganesha to maintain harmony and cordiality, she said. "We pray that peace and happiness continues to prevail in the world," the president was quoted in a statement issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan. -- PTI

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