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Last Updated: October 15, 2023, 08:36 IST
Navratri 2023: PM Narendra Modi shared a stuti devoted to Maa Shailputri on Day 1 of Navratri. (Image: Shutterstock/PTI)
Navratri 2023 Day 1: PM Modi extended Navratri greetings to the people on Sunday. The auspicious 9-day festivities of Sharadiya Navratri that commenced today will end on October 23. Goddess Shailputri is worshipped on day 1.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his warm greetings to the nation on the auspicious occasion of Navratri today on Sunday, October 15. “Happy Navratri wishes to the countrymen. May Shakti Pradayini Maa Durga bring happiness, prosperity, good fortune and good health in everyone’s life. Hail mother Goddess!,” he posted in Hindi on X, formerly Twitter.
देशवासियों को नवरात्रि की ढेरों शुभकामनाएं। शक्ति प्रदायिनी मां दुर्गा हर किसी के जीवन में सुख-समृद्धि, सौभाग्य और उत्तम स्वास्थ्य लेकर आएं। जय माता दी!— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 15, 2023
PM Modi also shared stuti dedicated to Mata Shailputri, the first form of Goddess Durga, that is worshipped on the first day of Navratri.
नवरात्रि के पहले दिन मां शैलपुत्री के चरणों में कोटि-कोटि वंदन। उनसे प्रार्थना है कि वे देश के जन-जन को शक्ति और समृद्धि का आशीर्वाद दें। pic.twitter.com/JdyL0aOe9p— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 15, 2023
PM Modi’s warm and heartfelt wishes on the occasion of Navratri resonated with the millions of Indians who celebrate this vibrant and spiritually significant festival.
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ALL ABOUT MATA SHAILPUTRI
Mata Shailputri is symbolized as the daughter of the Himalayas, “Shail” referring to mountains. She signifies strength and purity and is depicted riding a bull while carrying a trident and lotus, embodying the essence of nature and divine power. Devotees seek her blessings for courage and auspicious beginnings during this sacred festival.
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NAVRATRI CELEBRATIONS
Navratri, which translates to ‘nine nights,’ is a Hindu festival celebrated with immense enthusiasm and devotion across India. It marks the triumph of good over evil and the worship of the goddess Durga in her various forms. Prime Minister Modi, known for his keen understanding of the cultural and religious fabric of India, embraced this opportunity to connect with the people.
