New Delhi [India], October 19 : Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday extended greetings to people on the occasion of Mahanavami, wishing them happiness, peace and prosperity.
In a post on X, the Congress leader wrote, “Heartfelt wishes to all of you on the auspicious occasion of Maha Navami.”
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“I hope this sacred festival brings happiness, peace, prosperity, and joy to your lives. Jai Mata Di!” the post read.
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also extended her wishes on the occasion, invoking the blessings of Goddess Siddhidatri, the ninth form of Goddess Durga.
“Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes on the sacred festival of Mahanavami, dedicated to the worship of Maa Siddhidatri, the ninth form of Maa Durga,” she said.
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“May Maa Siddhidatri bring happiness, peace, and prosperity into all your lives. Jai Mata Di,” the post read.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also extended warm greetings to citizens across the country, praying for the happiness, success, and well-being of all.
“May the blessings of Mother Mahagauri, the goddess of sacrifice and penance, brighten everyone's future. May everyone attain fame and glory in life—this is our heartfelt wish,” PM Modi posted on X.
The nine-day festival of Navratri, dedicated to the worship of the nine forms of the divine feminine (Navadurga), is being celebrated across the country with immense religious fervour and devotion.
The Hindu festival of Durga Puja, also known as Durgotsava or Sharodotsava, is a yearly celebration that honours the Hindu Goddess Durga and commemorates her victory over Mahishasur. Hindu mythology holds that the Goddess comes to her earthly abode at this time to bless her devotees.
Durga Puja culminates on Vijayadashami (Dussehra), which falls on the tenth day of the festival and celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura.