President Murmu, PM Modi Extend Warm Wishes On Nuakhai Festival
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Several leaders including Chief Minister Majhi, Union Educaton Minister Dharmendra Pradhan greeted the people on the occasion of 'Nuakhai'.
The word Nuakhai comes from nua (new) and khai (food), literally meaning “eating the new harvest.”
It is a celebration of the season’s first rice crop, offered to the presiding deity—most commonly Maa Samaleswari.
New Delhi, Aug 28: President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday greeted the people on the occasion of 'Nuakhai'.
Taking to the Twitter, the President said: "On the occasion of the agriculture-based Nuakhai festival, heartfelt congratulations to all countrymen from my side, especially to the people of Odisha. This festival is a sacred opportunity to express respect for agriculture and gratitude towards farmers. It is a symbol of goodwill and intimacy. My best wishes are that Nuakhai fills everyone's life with happiness, peace, and prosperity."
"Wishing everyone a joyous Nuakhai. This cherished festival is a reminder of our deep gratitude to the farmers whose hard work sustains us all. May there be good health, prosperity and happiness in every home. Nuakhai Juhar!," PM Modi tweeted.
Earlier in the day, several leaders including Chief Minister Majhi, Union Educaton Minister Dharmendra Pradhan greeted the people on the occasion of 'Nuakhai'.
Taking to the Twitter handle, CM Majhi extended heartfelt greetings and best wishes to the people of the state and expressed hope that this festival brings happiness, peace, and prosperity into everyone's lives.
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✨Pradhan also took to Twitter extended heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all the people of our state.
"Nuakhai speaks of the progress and prosperity of our farmers and agriculture. Alongside, it also highlights the importance of food security for all. On this sacred occasion of our grand festival, I pray before Maa Samaleswari and Lord Jagannath for happiness, prosperity, and progress for everyone,” the Minister tweeted.