Celebrations begin in Nagpur on occasion of Marathi New Year 'Gudi Padwa'

ANI March 30, 2025 161 views

Nagpur residents ushered in the Marathi New Year with vibrant Gudi Padwa celebrations featuring traditional lezim dances. President Droupadi Murmu emphasized the festivals' role in strengthening national unity while acknowledging India's cultural diversity. Union Home Minister Amit Shah shared festive greetings for Vikram Samvat and Chetichand on social media. The spring festivals collectively mark new beginnings, harvest gratitude, and shared cultural heritage across communities.

"These festivals showcase our cultural diversity and promote social cohesion." – President Droupadi Murmu
Nagpur, March 30: Celebrations began in Nagpur on the occasion of 'Gudi Padwa' which marks the first day of the Marathi New Year. Children played the traditional lezim as the party of Gudi Padwa celebrations on Sunday.

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Nagpur marks Gudi Padwa with traditional lezim performances

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President Murmu highlights unity in New Year celebrations

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Amit Shah extends wishes for Vikram Samvat and Chetichand

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Festivals signify harvest gratitude and cultural harmony

Earlier, President Droupadi President conveyed her greetings to her fellow citizens on the eve of multiple festivals, according to the President's secretariat.In a message, the President has said, "On the auspicious occasion of Chaitra Sukladi, Ugadi, Gudi Padava, Cheti Chand, Navreh and Sajibu Cheiraoba, I extend my greetings and good wishes to all fellow citizens."

"These festivals, celebrated at the onset of spring season, symbolize the beginning of Indian New Year. These festivals showcase our cultural diversity and promote social cohesion. During these festivals, we celebrate the joy of new harvest and express our gratitude to nature," Murmu said.

The statement added, "On these pious occasions, let us strengthen the spirit of harmony and unity and work with renewed energy to take our nation to new heights."

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also wished the Indian citizens on the occasion of Ugadi, Chetichand, Vikram Samvat (Hindu New Year), Gudi Padwa, Chaitra Navratri, highlighting in separate posts on X how the different festivals symbolise peace, togetherness, prosperity and more.

"Heartiest greetings to all the sisters and brothers of Sindhi community on the birth anniversary of Lord Jhulelal ji and 'Chetichand' festival. Bhagwan Jhulelal Ji, who gave the message of mutual brotherhood and love, showed the way to put humanity first. I wish that Bhagwan Jhulelal Ji brings happiness, prosperity and well-being in everyone's life," he said in a post on X.

On the occassion of Vikram Samvat, Shah's posted on X, "Heartiest greetings to all countrymen on 'Hindu New Year - Vikram Samvat 2082'. This New Year is a new beginning of rituals, resolutions and cultural consciousness. May this year, full of new enthusiasm and new opportunities, infuse new energy in everyone's life and bring success and prosperity, this is my best wish."

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