Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished the countrymen a happy Chaitra Navratri, hoping for Goddess Durga’s grace to bring new energy to the resolution of Viksit Bharat. India celebrates the first day of Chaitra Navratri with prayers, fasting, and rituals dedicated to Goddess Durga. PM Modi conveyed heartfelt Navratri greetings, wishing happiness, prosperity, and good health to all.
On the first day of Navratri, PM Modi emphasized worshipping Devi Shailaputri, the first form of Maa Durga, seeking her blessings to infuse discipline, peace, and positive energy into everyone’s life. He also shared a YouTube video featuring a devotional song dedicated to Maa Durga. Additionally, PM Modi extended greetings for Nav Samvatsar, the Gujarati Hindu New Year, invoking blessings for health, courage, and prosperity.
The nine-day festival of Chaitra Navratri, also known as Ram Navratri, holds special significance as it culminates on Lord Rama’s birth anniversary and marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year. Devotees celebrate with deep faith, worshipping the nine forms of Goddess Durga and observing rituals by wearing specific colors associated with each day. Many devotees fast from Pratipada to Navami, seeking the blessings of the Goddess and spiritual fulfillment.
