NE NEWS SERVICE
NEW DELHI, JAN 14
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday greeted people on the occasion of harvest festivals, which are celebrated in various parts of the country under different names, and extended to them his best wishes.
Pongal greetings to all, especially my Tamil sisters and brothers. This special festival showcases the best of Tamil culture. May we be blessed with good health and success. May this festival also inspire us to live in harmony with nature and further the spirit of compassion.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 14, 2021
“Pongal greetings to all, especially my Tamil sisters and brothers. This special festival showcases the best of Tamil culture. May we be blessed with good health and success. May this festival also inspire us to live in harmony with nature and further the spirit of compassion,” he tweeted.
Makar Sankranti is marked with enthusiasm in several parts of India. This auspicious festival illustrates India’s diversity and the vibrancy of our traditions. It also reaffirms the importance of respecting Mother Nature.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 14, 2021
“Magh Bihu wishes to everyone. May the coming times be filled with happiness. With the blessings of Almighty may there be brotherhood and wellness all around,” the prime minister said. Magh Bihu is celebrated in a big way in Assam.
Prime Minister Modi also greeted people on ”Makar Sankranti”.
தமிழ்ச் சகோதர, சகோதரிகளுக்கு இனிய பொங்கல் வாழ்த்துகள். தமிழர் பண்பாட்டின் மேன்மைகளை வெளிப்படுத்தும் மிகச் சிறந்த பண்டிகை இது. நல்ல உடல் நலமும் வெற்றிகளும் பெறுவோமாக. இயற்கையோடு இணைந்து வாழவும், கருணை உணர்வைப் பெருக்கவும் இந்தப் பண்டிகை நம்மைத் தூண்டட்டும்.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 14, 2021
The day also marks the start of the sun’s northward journey, ushering in longer days.
