New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday conveyed heartfelt New Year greetings to the people of Gujarat, celebrating the region’s rich cultural heritage and the spirit of its hardworking citizens. The message, shared on X, marked the beginning of the Gujarati New Year and reflected the Prime Minister’s deep emotional connection with his home state.
In his post, Prime Minister Modi wrote in Gujarati: “નૂતન વર્ષાભિનંદન…!!! આજથી આરંભ થતું નવું વર્ષ આપ સૌના જીવનમાં સુખ, શાંતિ, સમૃદ્ધિ અને આનંદ લાવે એવી હાર્દિક શુભકામનાઓ. ગુજરાતની આ ખમતીધર માટીના મહેનતુ લોકો અને સમૃદ્ધ સંસ્કૃતિ વધુ ઓજસ્વી બને, એ જ અંતરમનથી પ્રાર્થના. નવા વર્ષની હાર્દિક શુભેચ્છાઓ!”
Translated, the message conveys warm wishes for happiness, peace, prosperity, and joy in the new year. The Prime Minister also offered a heartfelt prayer for the continued vibrancy of Gujarat’s industrious people and its rich traditions. The greeting resonated widely across social media, with citizens and leaders echoing the sentiment and celebrating the cultural significance of the day.
The Gujarati New Year, celebrated a day after Diwali, holds special importance in the state and is marked by prayers, family gatherings, and festive cheer. Prime Minister Modi’s message highlighted the emotional bond he shares with Gujarat and reaffirmed his admiration for the state’s resilience, cultural depth, and contribution to India’s progress.
