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Folk Festivals Infuse New Energy: CM Dhami, President Murmu Extend Lohri Greetings

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami extended Lohri greetings, stating folk festivals infuse new energy into life and symbolize harvest and brotherhood. President Droupadi Murmu also conveyed warm wishes for Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, and Magh Bihu, celebrating India's agricultural traditions. These festivals, celebrated across India in diverse ways, honor farmers and express gratitude towards nature. The celebrations, marked by bonfires and feasts, reflect the nation's vibrant cultural heritage and unity.

Key Points: Uttarakhand CM, President Extend Lohri, Harvest Festival Greetings

  • CM Dhami extends Lohri greetings
  • Festivals symbolize harvest and gratitude
  • President Murmu greets for multiple harvest festivals
  • Celebrations reflect cultural diversity and unity
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Folk festivals infuse new energy in our lives: Uttarakhand CM Dhami extends Lohri greetings

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami and President Droupadi Murmu extend greetings for Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, and Magh Bihu, celebrating harvest traditions.

"Our folk festivals infuse new energy into our lives. - Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Dehradun, January 13

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday extended greetings to the people of the state, especially the Punjabi community, on the occasion of the festival of Lohri.

In his message issued on the eve of Lohri, the Chief Minister said that this festival symbolises the arrival of a new harvest, gratitude towards nature, and mutual brotherhood.

According to an official release, the CM said that our folk festivals infuse new energy into our lives. He also expressed his wish that this festival may bring happiness, prosperity, and well-being to everyone's lives.

"It has been our tradition to celebrate all festivals and occasions with mutual cooperation and harmony," the Chief Minister said.

Earlier today, President Droupadi Murmu extended her warm greetings to citizens in India and abroad on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu, which will be celebrated on January 13 and 14.

In a message, the President said, "On the auspicious occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu festivals, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all Indians residing within India and abroad."

"These festivals are a symbol of our rich agricultural traditions and national unity. They are a reflection of our vibrant and diverse cultural heritage. These festivals are an occasion to salute the hard work of our farmers who work tirelessly to feed the nation. Through these festivals celebrated across the country, we express our gratitude towards Mother Nature," she added.

Magh Bihu, a major harvest festival of Assam, marks the end of the harvesting season in the month of Magh and is celebrated with community feasts after the annual harvest.

Along with Lohri, Pongal, Sankranti and Uttarayan, it represents the diverse ways in which harvest festivals are celebrated across India.

Lohri celebrations, particularly in northern India, are marked by bonfires, traditional foods and folk songs, adding warmth and joy to the festive season.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Absolutely true that these folk festivals infuse new energy. After the long winter, Lohri and Sankranti feel like a fresh start. It's beautiful how one harvest is celebrated as Pongal in the south, Lohri in the north, and Bihu in the east. That's India's unity in diversity for you.
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Aman W
While the greetings are appreciated, I hope this sentiment translates into real support for our farmers beyond the festival messages. The article rightly says we must salute their hard work. Policies that ensure fair prices and better infrastructure would be the true celebration of their contribution.
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Sarah B
As someone living abroad, reading about all these festivals happening together is so heartwarming. It makes me miss home. We're having a small get-together here to mark Lohri. The President's message to Indians abroad was a very thoughtful touch.
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Karthik V
Lohri hai! The timing of these festivals is perfect. It's the season of til-gul, pongal, and bonfires. No matter what you call it, the essence is the same - thanking the sun and the earth for a bountiful harvest. A very happy harvest festival to all my fellow Indians!
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Nisha Z
It's lovely to see CM Dhami specifically mention the Punjabi community in Uttarakhand. These festivals really do strengthen mutual brotherhood. The article is a nice reminder of our shared cultural roots, especially when the news is often so divisive. Let's focus on what brings us together.

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