The Vice President of India, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu has greeted the people on the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi. In a message, he said that Lord Ganesh is revered as an embodiment of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune in our country. Invoking the auspicious name of Lord Ganesh before start of any good work and project is a common practice, he added.

Following is the text of Vice President’s message:

“I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to the people of our country on the auspicious occasion of ‘Ganesh Chaturthi’.

Ganesh Chaturthi marks the birth of Lord Ganesh. In our country Lord Ganesh is revered as an embodiment of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune. Invoking the auspicious name of Lord Ganesh before start of any good work and project is a common practice across our country.

May this festival bring peace, prosperity and harmony in our country.”

 

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