President Murmu Highlights Holi as a Cherished Symbol of India's Cultural Heritage

President Droupadi Murmu extended her warm greetings to the country on the festive occasion of Holi, highlighting the festival's rootedness in the cultural heritage of India.

Using the social media platform X, she referred to Holi as a festival that promotes unity, love, and harmony, and urged citizens to spread the colourful shades of prosperity and progress.

"Heartiest greetings to all citizens on the happy day of Holi, festival of colours. This festival of joy spreads the message of oneness, love and harmony. This festival also depicts India's priceless cultural heritage. Come, on this auspicious day, let us all join hands in our resolve to impart the hues of incessant development, progress and happiness into the lives of all the children of Mother India," President Murmu posted.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also wished his warmest Holi greetings through social media, wishing joy and prosperity to everyone.

"Heartiest wishes to all countrymen on the festival of joy, enthusiasm and colours, 'Holi'. May this festival of colours usher in greater prosperity, progress and affluence in the lives of all of you," HM Shah tweeted on X.

Likewise, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh wished his best, highlighting the festival's vibe of joy and rejuvenation.

"Warmest greetings to one and all on the festive occasion of Holi. This festival, an omen of happiness, joy and new energy, may bring colours of happiness and good health into your life, that's my prayer. May you have happy and safe Holi! Warmest wishes to you on the colourful festival of Holi! May the colours of happiness, enthusiasm & fresh energy infuse your life with happiness and health. Have a great & safe Holi!" he had written.

While the country is celebrating Holi on Friday, the festival remains a testament to India's cultural richness, reaffirming the principles of unity, happiness, and togetherness.