Prez, PM greet people on Gudi Padava, Navreh

President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted citizens on Gudi Padava and Navreh today.
"Let tolerance and mutual amity flourish amongst our people. May these festivals spread peace & friendship, inspiring our citizens to re-dedicate themselves to service of motherland," Mukherjee said.
Chaitra Sukladi, Ugadi, Gudi Padava, Cheti Chand, Navreh and Sajibu Cheiraoba are being celebrated in different parts of the country to mark the beginning of the New Year.
These auspicious festivals mark the onset of spring and promise fresh beginnings of growth, prosperity and well-being, the President said.
"Let the spirit of joy and happiness signified by these festivals pervade the heart of every Indian," Mukherjee said in a tweet.

Modi also wished citizens on the festivals.

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Referring to the new year day of Kashmiri Pandits, Modi said, "On the auspicious occasion of Navreh, my greetings to everyone celebrating. May the year ahead be characterised by positivity & good health."
In another tweet, the Prime Minister said, "Sajibu Cheiraoba wishes to my sisters & brothers in Manipur. Have a cheerful & harmonious year ahead."
For the people of Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, he said, "Ugadi greetings to all those celebrating. May the coming year fulfil all your wishes & may there be happiness all around."
In yet another tweet, the Prime Minister said, "Cheti Chand greetings to the Sindhi community. May Lord Jhulelal bless us and the year ahead be a happy as well as memorable one."

He also wished the people of Maharashtra on the special occasion of Gudi Padwa. "May the coming year bring happiness, good health & prosperity," he said.