Argus News - President Murmu, HM Shah, CM Majhi, Union Minister Pradhan Extend Holi Greetings

Bhubaneswar, Mar 4: President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President CP Radhakrishnan, Home Minister Amit Shah, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan extended warm greetings Wednesday on the occasion of Holi, highlighting the festival’s message of unity, renewal and harmony. 

“Heartfelt greetings on Holi to all my fellow countrymen. This festival of colours spreads love and hope in people’s lives and strengthens unity and brotherhood. My wish is that this festival brings happiness to everyone’s life and that together we contribute to building a developed nation,” President Murmu posted on ‘X’.

Vice President, CP Radhakrishnan, posted on X, “Happy Holi! This beautiful festival celebrates the triumph of good over evil and the arrival of spring, symbolising renewal, hope, and the vibrant spirit of our civilization. Deeply rooted in our rich traditions, Holi reflects brotherhood, mutual respect, and shared joy that strengthen the fabric of our society. May the colours of Holi fill every heart with happiness and fresh energy. Let the festival inspire us to spread kindness and work together towards a more inclusive, peaceful, and Viksit Bharat,” he added.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also extended heartfelt wishes posting on X: “Heartfelt wishes for the festival of Holi, filled with joy, enthusiasm, and new energy! May this festival of colours bring progress, prosperity, and good fortune into everyone’s life.”

CM Majhi too extended his heartfelt wishes. “On the occasion of the festival of colours, Holi, I extend my heartfelt greetings and congratulations to everyone. Holi is a symbol of joy, enthusiasm, and brotherhood,” he wrote on his ‘X’ handle.

“May this festival of colours fill our lives with new hope and goodwill. With the blessings of Lord Jagannath, may every Odia’s life be filled with the colours of happiness, peace, and prosperity. On this occasion, I request everyone to use natural and herbal colours that are friendly to the environment. Celebrate safely, share happiness, and enjoy Holi in a peaceful manner,” the post reads further.

Union Education Minister Pradhan, on his ‘X’ account, wrote: “On the occasion of the festival of colours, Holi, heartfelt greetings to everyone. Heartfelt wishes to all countrymen for the sacred festival of Holi, filled with joy, enthusiasm, and delight. May this celebration of colours bring happiness, peace, and new energy into everyone’s life.”

Several other leaders also conveyed their wishes, celebrating the spirit of the festival of colours.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari shared his wishes on X, saying: “May this sacred festival of Holi, filled with love, harmony, and colors, burn away negativity and hatred and bring happiness, peace, and prosperity into everyone's lives-this is my heartfelt wish. Warmest greetings of the sacred festival of Holi to all my fellow citizens.”

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said, “Heartfelt greetings to the people of the state on the sacred festival of Holi, the festival of colours, enthusiasm, and social harmony. I pray to Lord Shri Ram that this sacred festival of colours brings happiness, prosperity, peace, new energy, and fresh enthusiasm into the lives of all of you.”

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The festival of colours, known as Holi, is one of the most awaited Hindu festivals, celebrated with enthusiasm and joy. Also referred to as Rangwali Holi, Badi Holi, and Dhulandi, this vibrant festival marks the arrival of spring and the end of winter.