Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, and President Droupadi Murmu extended greetings on Lohri, wishing for happiness and prosperity. President Murmu also greeted citizens for Makar Sankranti, Pongal, and Magh Bihu.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, sent his 'heartiest' greetings to the citizens of India on the occasion of Lohri, on Tuesday. He also hoped for the festival to bring boundless happiness and prosperity to people's lives. Through his X post, he said, "Heartiest greetings to all of you on the occasion of Lohri.On this auspicious occasion of Lohri, heartfelt congratulations to everyone. May this festival of joy and celebration bring boundless happiness and prosperity into your lives." ਆਪ ਸਬ ਨੂੰ ਲੋਹੜੀ ਦੀਆਂ ਲੱਖ ਲੱਖ ਵਧਾਈਆਂ ਜੀ। लोहड़ी के शुभ अवसर पर सभी को बहुत-बहुत बधाई। आशा है हर्ष और उल्लास का यह त्योहार आपके जीवन में अपार ख़ुशियाँ व समृद्धि लेकर आए। #Lohri pic.twitter.com/Uvz7iWN0vn — Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) January 13, 2026
Uttarakhand CM Extends Greetings
Meanwhile, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday extended greetings to the state's people, especially the Punjabi community, on the occasion of Lohri. In his message issued on the eve of Lohri, the Chief Minister said that this festival symbolises the arrival of a new harvest, gratitude towards nature, and mutual brotherhood. According to an official release, the CM said that our folk festivals infuse new energy into our lives. He also expressed his hope that this festival brings happiness, prosperity, and well-being to everyone's lives. "It has been our tradition to celebrate all festivals and occasions with mutual cooperation and harmony," the Chief Minister said.
President Murmu's Message on Harvest Festivals
On the same day, President Droupadi Murmu extended her warm greetings to citizens in India and abroad on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu, which will be celebrated on January 13 and 14. In a message, the President said, "On the auspicious occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu festivals, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all Indians residing within India and abroad."
"These festivals are a symbol of our rich agricultural traditions and national unity. They are a reflection of our vibrant and diverse cultural heritage. These festivals are an occasion to salute the hard work of our farmers who work tirelessly to feed the nation. Through these festivals celebrated across the country, we express our gratitude towards Mother Nature," she added.
Celebrating Harvests Across India
Magh Bihu, a major harvest festival in Assam, marks the end of the Magh harvest season and is celebrated with community feasts. Along with Lohri, Pongal, Sankranti, and Uttarayan, it represents the diverse ways harvest festivals are celebrated across India.
Lohri celebrations, particularly in northern India, are marked by bonfires, traditional foods and folk songs, adding warmth and joy to the festive season. (ANI)
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