Governor, CM extend Durga Puja greetings
Source: Chronicle News Service

Imphal, October 10 2024: Governor of Manipur Lakshman Prasad Acharya and chief minister N Biren extended greetings to people of the state on the auspicious occasion of Durga Puja.

In his message, Governor Acharya said that Durga Puja is one of the most popular festivals among the Hindus in the country and is celebrated with great religious fervour and gaiety in Manipur.

Apart from being a significant religious event, the festival also brings about emotional integrity among the people, he stated.

"Let us all join in praying to Goddess Durga, the destroyer of evil and harbinger of peace, for a peaceful and prosperous Manipur," he said.

In his greeting to the people, CM N Biren said that the festival is considered very auspicious since it signifies the triumph of righteousness over evil.

The festival gives a message that none is above the order of nature and the law of the land, regardless of the power'and position he or she occupies.

As such, the festival inspires us to follow the path of righteousness and not to do anything which may cause harm to other people and the society at large, he added.

"As we celebrate the festival, let us resolve to refrain from all forms of violence and contribute our part in restoring peace and normalcy in the state through peaceful means.

May Goddess Durga give us the strength to face all evil forces trying to disintegrate the age-old bond of brotherhood among different communities residing in the state," he added.

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