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PM Modi Extends Festive Greetings for Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu, and Pongal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his greetings to citizens on the occasions of Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu, and Pongal. He highlighted that these festivals, celebrated across India in various forms, symbolize hope, positivity, and gratitude towards farmers. The Prime Minister described Magh Bihu as a reflection of Assamese culture and Pongal as a celebration of the bond between humans and nature. He is scheduled to attend Pongal celebrations at Union Minister L Murugan's residence in New Delhi.

Key Points: PM Modi Greets Nation on Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu, Pongal

  • Greetings for major harvest festivals
  • Emphasis on farmers' contributions
  • Celebration of cultural diversity
  • Festivals mark end of harvest season
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PM Modi extends greetings on Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu and Pongal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extends warm wishes for the harvest festivals, highlighting their cultural significance and the gratitude owed to farmers.

"The festival symbolises hope and positivity. - Prime Minister Narendra Modi"

New Delhi, January 14

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday wrote to citizens across the country, extending his warm greetings on Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu, and Pongal, festivals that mark the harvest season in different parts of India.

In a letter, the Prime Minister said the festival symbolises hope and positivity. He said that Sankranti is celebrated in various forms across the country, but with the same spirit and enthusiasm.

Highlighting its importance for farmers, he said the festival is an occasion to express gratitude to those who nourish the nation through their hard work.

Extending wishes on Magh Bihu, PM Modi described the festival as a reflection of Assamese culture and a celebration of joy, warmth and brotherhood. He said Magh Bihu marks the completion of the harvest season and encourages gratitude and contentment. The Prime Minister also acknowledged the contribution of farmers and wished peace, good health and success for everyone.

On the occasion of Pongal, the Prime Minister greeted people with a "Vanakkam" and said the festival highlights the close bond between humans and nature. He said Pongal celebrates agriculture, rural life and the dignity of labour, bringing families together and strengthening social bonds.

Calling Pongal a symbol of the richness of Tamil traditions, he said India takes pride in being home to the Tamil language, one of the oldest in the world.

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

Along with Lohri, Pongal, Sankranti, and Uttarayan, it represents the diverse ways 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.

Prime Minister will attend the Pongal celebrations at the residence of Union Minister L Murugan in the national capital today.

- ANI

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Rahul R
Good to see the focus on farmers. They are the true annadata of our nation. This Pongal, let's all remember to support local produce and our farming community. Inga Pongal Vazhthukkal!
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Aman W
While the greetings are appreciated, I hope such acknowledgments translate into concrete, year-round policy support for agriculture. The sentiment is nice, but farmers need stability and fair prices more than festival wishes.
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Sarah B
The cultural diversity of India is truly amazing. One harvest, so many beautiful ways to celebrate! Learning about Magh Bihu and its community feasts from Assam. Happy Lohri, Sankranti, Pongal and Bihu to all celebrating!
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Karthik V
The mention of Tamil as one of the oldest languages is a proud moment. Pongal is not just a festival; it's the heartbeat of Tamil culture. வணக்கம் மற்றும் பொங்கல் வாழ்த்துக்கள்!
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Nisha Z
This unity in diversity is what makes India special. From the bonfires of Lohri in Punjab to the Pongal pot in Tamil Nadu, the spirit of gratitude remains the same. Blessed to be part of this tapestry.

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