GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 13th Jan. President Droupadi Murmu has greeted her fellow citizens on the eve of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu and Pongal (which fall on January 13th, 14th and 15th respectively).
In a message the President has said, “On the auspicious occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu and Pongal, I extend my warm greetings to all my fellow citizens living in India and abroad.
These Festivals are living forms of our cultural heritage as well as the symbols of unity in diversity. On these occasions, we bath in holy rivers and undertake charity related and other cultural activities. These festivals, celebrated in different manifestations across the country, forge social amity, unity and brotherhood.
These agricultural festivals also promote environmental conservation. We also recognise the hard work of our farmers by celebrating these festivals.
May these festivals foster the spirit of love and harmony and contribute in making our country more peaceful and prosperous”.
