New Delhi [India], November 6 : Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday extended Dhanteras greetings to the people, wishing that the blessings of Lord Dhanvantari and Goddess Lakshmi bring good health, happiness, peace and prosperity into everyone's lives.
In a post on X, Singh said, "Heartfelt wishes to you all on the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras. May the boundless grace of Lord Dhanvantari and Goddess Lakshmi bring good health, happiness, peace, and prosperity into everyone's life, and may it usher in well-being and good fortune."
"It is my sincere wish that this sacred festival illuminates everyone's life with new energy and positivity," he added.
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Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju also extended his greetings on the occasion, highlighting the significance of the festival, which symbolises prosperity, good health and well-being.
In a post on X, Rijiju said, "Heartfelt wishes to everyone on the auspicious festival of Dhanteras. Symbolizing prosperity, good health, and well-being, this festival offers us an opportunity to worship Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Kubera, and Lord Dhanvantari. I pray to the Almighty that this auspicious occasion brings happiness, peace, excellent health, and prosperity into all our lives."
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Meanwhile, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal wished people on Dhanteras, expressing hope that the festival brings good health and prosperity to every household.
"Heartfelt wishes to all my fellow countrymen on the auspicious festival of Dhanteras. By the grace of Lord Dhanvantari and Goddess Lakshmi, may good health and prosperity dwell in everyone's life, and may the lamps of happiness be lit in every home," Goyal said.
Furthermore, in Telangana, a special puja was organised at the Sri Bhagyalaxmi Mata Temple near Hyderabad's Charminar area on the occasion of Dhanteras.

After offering prayers at the temple, BRS MLA Sudheer Reddy said he had the opportunity to seek the blessings of Goddess Bhagyalakshmi and prayed for the happiness and prosperity of people.
"Today, I had the opportunity to seek the blessings of Goddess Bhagyalakshmi. Diwali is just two days away. Thousands and lakhs of devotees visit the temple over these three days to seek the blessings of the Goddess. May everyone remain happy. May Hyderabad, Telangana, and the entire country remain happy and prosperous," he said.