President, PM, others extend greetings on Onam and Eid Milad Un Nabi
IN a post on X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote, "Best wishes on the occasion of Milad-un-Nabi. May this sacred day bring it peace and well-being in our society. May the values of compassion, service and justice always guide us. Eid Mubarak!”
Extending greetings on Onam, he said the festival reflects the timeless heritage and rich traditions of Kerala.
On X, he wrote, "Very happy Onam wishes to everyone! May this beautiful festival bring joy, good health, and prosperity to all. Onam reminds us of Kerala's traditions and its rich culture."
The Prime Minister also made a separate post in appreciation of the country's teachers.
“The dedication of teachers to nurturing minds is the foundation of a stronger and brighter future. Their commitment and compassion are noteworthy. We also remember the life and thoughts of Dr S Radhakrishnan, a distinguished scholar and teacher, on his birth anniversary,” he wrote.
President Droupadi Murmu also extended wishes on the occasion of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi.
"On the sacred occasion of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)'s birth anniversary, Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all my fellow countrymen, especially our Muslim brothers and sisters. Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) delivered the message of unity and service to humanity," she wrote in her post.
She also expressed her best wishes to everyone, including "brothers and sisters of Kerala".
Congress MP and Leader of Opposition (LoP) Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi also greeted people on the occasion of Onam. "Best wishes to everyone on Onam! May this festive season bring happiness, peace and prosperity to all,” Gandhi wrote, along with a video message on X.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath too took to social media to extend Onam greetings.
"Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the food provider farmer companions and the residents of the state on the sacred festival of Onam, which is a symbol of prosperity, harmony, and cultural festivity! May this sacred festival bring a new dawn of happiness, prosperity, and well-being in everyone's life; this is the prayer," he wrote.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also wishes peace, prosperity, and compassion to all on Eid. In a separate post, he wrote, "Onam is a celebration of life, hope, our legendary past and diverse secular traditions. May its spirit of harvest and renewal, and the purity of the Onam Sadhya, inspire togetherness, prosperity, and fraternity for all."
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta also wished on Onam, writing, "Heartfelt wishes to all of you on the sacred festival of ‘Onam’.
Onam is a symbol of food, joy, and prosperity. This festival teaches us that true prosperity lies in love, brotherhood, and equality. Inspired by the memory of King Mahabali and the grace of Lord Vishnu, this festival brings happiness to every home."
In 2025, the 10-day celebrations of Onam began on August 26 and will culminate on Friday, September 5, with Thiruvonam, the most important day of the festivities.
