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VP Radhakrishnan Invokes Lord Murugan's Vel for a Just, Prosperous Nation on Thaipusam

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan extended Thaipusam greetings, invoking the grace of Lord Murugan. He described the deity's sacred Vel as an emblem of knowledge that pierces ignorance and illuminates truth. The Vice President highlighted the festival's relevance as a reminder of the eternal fight against injustice and moral decay. He expressed hope that Murugan's blessings would lead to prosperity, peace, and the building of a harmonious nation.

Key Points: VP Radhakrishnan's Thaipusam Message: Murugan's Grace for Nation

  • Thaipusam as a call for introspection
  • Lord Murugan's Vel symbolizes knowledge over ignorance
  • Festival aspires to eradicate evil and poverty
  • Carries universal message of compassion and resilience
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VP Radhakrishnan extends 'Thaipusam' greetings, invokes Lord Murugan's grace for just, prosperous nation

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan extends Thaipusam greetings, invoking Lord Murugan's blessings for righteousness, prosperity, and a harmonious society.

"They remind us that the fight against injustice, ignorance, and moral decay is eternal, and that righteousness ultimately prevails. - C.P. Radhakrishnan"

Chennai, Feb 1

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Sunday extended warm Thaipusam greetings to people across the country, invoking the boundless grace of Lord Murugan to guide society on the path of righteousness, wisdom, and harmony.

In his message, the Vice President recalled the timeless Tamil poetic imagery that celebrates Lord Murugan as the divine warrior who bears the sacred Vel, the spear that destroys adharma and firmly establishes dharma.

He noted that Murugan, depicted with six radiant faces and 12 mighty arms, symbolises unmatched strength, clarity of purpose, and moral courage.

The Vel, he said, is not merely a weapon of war but a powerful emblem of knowledge that pierces ignorance and illuminates truth. Referring to classical verses that describe Murugan's victory over the forces of darkness, C.P. Radhakrishnan said these ancient images continue to hold deep relevance even today.

"They remind us that the fight against injustice, ignorance, and moral decay is eternal, and that righteousness ultimately prevails," he said.

Lord Murugan's triumph, he added, is a metaphor for humanity's inner struggle to overcome ego, fear, and wrongdoing.

Highlighting the spiritual significance of Thaipusam, the Vice President said the festival is a call for introspection as much as it is a celebration of faith.

On this sacred day, devotees pray for the removal of ignorance that darkens minds, allowing the light of wisdom to spread throughout society.

Thaipusam, he said, also reflects a collective aspiration for the eradication of evil, the growth of goodness, and the transformation of suffering into hope.

C.P. Radhakrishnan further expressed his hope that Lord Murugan's blessings would lead to the end of poverty and the rise of prosperity, replacing anxiety with peace and hardship with abundance.

He said the festival carries a universal message of compassion, discipline, and resilience, inspiring people to act with integrity in every sphere of life.

Concluding his message, the Vice President wished that, on this auspicious Thaipusam day, Lord Murugan's complete and eternal grace would always stand by the people -- protecting them, guiding their actions, and enabling them to uphold dharma, achieve success, and build a happier, more harmonious nation.

- IANS

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Rohit P
It's heartening to see our leaders speak about the deeper philosophical meaning of our festivals, not just the rituals. The call for a just and prosperous nation guided by dharma is what we need. Vanakkam Lord Murugan!
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Arjun K
While the sentiment is appreciated, I hope such messages translate into concrete actions against the real 'adharma' we see everyday - corruption, inequality, and pollution. Let the Vel of good governance pierce these issues too.
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Meera T
As a Tamilian living in Delhi, this message fills me with pride. Thaipusam's message of overcoming inner demons is universal. May Lord Murugan's grace bring clarity and courage to all of us in our daily struggles.
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David E
Reading this from abroad. The poetic imagery and the focus on universal values like fighting injustice and ignorance is profound. It's a beautiful aspect of Indian culture that deserves wider recognition. Happy Thaipusam to all celebrating.
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Siddharth J
The part about transforming suffering into hope really resonated. The last few years have been tough for many. This Thaipusam, let's all pray for that inner strength and for a nation where prosperity reaches everyone. Aum Saravana Bhava!

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