Ganesh Chaturthi 2022: PM Modi, Prez Draupadi Murmu greet nation

New Delhi, Aug 31: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday greeted people on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi and wished that the spirit of kindness and brotherhood always prevail.

''Best wishes on Ganesh Chaturthi. May the blessings of Bhagwan Shri Ganesh always remain upon us,'' he tweeted. He added, ''Michhami Dukkadam! Samvatsari emphasises on forgiveness. May there be no ill-feelings towards anyone. May the spirit of kindness and brotherhood always prevail.'' Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated across the country to mark the birth of the god of wisdom who is worshipped before beginning anything new.

President Draupadi Murmu sent greetings to all fellow citizens on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi and prayed that peace and happiness continues to prevail in the world.

In a message, the president has said on the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi,''I extend my greetings and best wishes to all the fellow citizens living in India and abroad.''

''Ganesh Chaturthi marks the birth anniversary of Lord Ganesha, the symbol of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune. Lord Ganesha is considered to be a Vighnaharta and Mangalmurti,'' Murmu said.

''On this occasion, let us pray for the blessings of Lord Ganesha to maintain harmony and cordiality,'' she said.

''We pray that peace and happiness continues to prevail in the world,'' the president was quoted in a statement issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Today, Ganesh chaturthi is being celebrated across the country. The birth anniversary of Lord Ganapati is celebrated on the fourth day of Shukla Paksha in Bhadrapada. Ganeshotsav is celebrated with gaiety across several states including Maharashtra. The festival of Ganesh Chaturthi lasts for 10 days as it begins on Chaturthi and ends on the day of Anant Chaturdashi.