May This Navratri Bring New Strength, Faith: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt wishes to the nation as Shardiya Navratri commenced, emphasizing themes of devotion and determination.

New Delhi:

As the sacred festival of Shardiya Navratri began, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his warm greetings to citizens across India while highlighting the spiritual significance of this auspicious occasion.

Sharing his message on X, the Prime Minister stated: "Infinite Navratri greetings to all of you. May this sacred festival, filled with devotion, courage, restraint, and determination, bring new strength and new faith into everyone's life. Jai Mata Di!"

Recognizing the first day of Navratri, which is dedicated to Goddess Shailputri, PM Modi further expressed: "Today, during Navratri, is the special day for the worship and rituals of Mother Shailputri. My wish is that, with the Mother's affection and blessings, everyone's life may be filled with good fortune and good health."

The Prime Minister also celebrated the festival's cultural dimensions through another post featuring devotional music by renowned classical vocalist Pandit Jasraj. He invited citizens to share their favorite bhajans: "Navratri is about pure devotion. So many people have encapsulated this devotion through music. Sharing one such soulful rendition by Pandit Jasraj ji. If you have sung a Bhajan or have a favourite one, please share it with me. I will be posting some of them in the coming days!"

This year's Navratri coincides with the implementation of GST 2.0, a significant tax reform designed to simplify India's indirect taxation system and reduce prices for more than 375 goods and services. Connecting spiritual celebrations with economic development, the Prime Minister noted: "This time, this auspicious occasion of Navratri is very special. Along with the GST Savings Festival, the mantra of Swadeshi is going to receive new energy during this period. Let us come together in collective efforts for the fulfillment of the resolve for a developed and self-reliant India."

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also extended festive greetings via social media: "Heartfelt greetings to all of you on the sacred occasion of Shardiya Navratri. May Mother Durga's blessings infuse strength, devotion, and prosperity into our lives. Through her grace, may India, touching new heights of self-reliance, progress, and well-being, become a guiding light for peace and welfare."

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath joined in the celebrations, saying: "Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all devotees and residents of the state on the sacred festival of worship and adoration of Mother Bhagwati Jagadamba, 'Shardiya Navratri'! May Mother bless everyone's life with happiness, health, and prosperity. Happy Navratri! Jai Mata Ki!"