'Festival Of Colours': PM Modi, President Kovind Extend Greetings To People On Occasion Of Holi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday greeted people on the occasion of Holi and wished that the festival brings every colour of happiness in the their lives.

'Wishing you all a very Happy Holi. May this festival of colours, which is a symbol of mutual love, affection and brotherhood, bring every colour of happiness in your life,' PM Modi said in a tweet in Hindi.

Earlier on Thursday (17 March), President Ram Nath Kovind and Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu also greeted people on the occasion of the festival.

In a message, President Kovind said, “On the auspicious occasion of Holi, I extend my greetings and best wishes to all our fellow Indians, living in the country and abroad".

"Holi – the festival of colours, marks the onset of spring season, bringing joy and zeal in our lives. This festival is a living example of social harmony and togetherness. Children, youth, men and women of all ages and backgrounds celebrate this festival with full enthusiasm," he said.

"I wish that this festival of colours infuses positive energy in everyone’s life and makes the spirit of nation building stronger," the President added.

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu also extended "greetings and good wishes" to the people of our country on the auspicious occasion of Holi – the festival of colours.

"Celebrated with traditional fervour and enthusiasm throughout the country, Holi is a time for family and friends to come together and rejoice in the spirit of spontaneous, joyful celebration of life. The lighting of the bonfire on the eve of Holi symbolizes the triumph of virtue over evil," VP Naidu said.

"On the auspicious occasion of Holi, let us strive to strengthen the bonds of friendship and amity that hold our society together. May this festival bring peace, harmony, prosperity and happiness in our lives," he added.

Several Union ministers, including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh and Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi, also greeted people on Holi.

(With inputs from PTI)