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Holi

Prez Ram Nath Kovind, VP Venkaiah Naidu greet nation on eve of Holi

| @indiablooms | Mar 18, 2022, at 04:37 am

New Delhi/IBNS:  President Ram Nath Kovind on Thursday extended his greetings to his fellow citizens on the eve of Holi.

In a message, the President has said, “On the auspicious occasion of Holi, I extend my greetings and best wishes to all our fellow Indians, living in the country and abroad."

"Holi – the festival of colours, marks the onset of spring season, bringing joy and zeal in our lives. This festival is a living example of social harmony and togetherness. Children, youth, men and women of all ages and backgrounds celebrate this festival with full enthusiasm," he said.

"I wish that this festival of colours infuses positive energy in everyone’s life and makes the spirit of nation building stronger," the president added.

Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu has greeted the people on the occasion of Holi.

“I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to the people of our country on the auspicious occasion of Holi – the festival of colours," he said. 

"Celebrated with traditional fervour and enthusiasm throughout the country, Holi is a time for family and friends to come together and rejoice in the spirit of spontaneous, joyful celebration of life. The lighting of the bonfire on the eve of Holi symbolizes the triumph of virtue over evil," Naidu said.

"On the auspicious occasion of Holi, let us strive to strengthen the bonds of friendship and amity that hold our society together. May this festival bring peace, harmony, prosperity and happiness in our lives," he added.

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