PM Modi prays to Goddess Shailputri for Navratri blessings
PM Narendra Modi offers prayers to Goddess Shailputri on the first day of Navratri, wishing for patience and self-confidence for all citizens.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the commencement of Sharadiya Navratri on Sunday by offering heartfelt prayers to Goddess Shailputri. As the nation begins the nine-day festival dedicated to the various forms of Goddess Durga, the Prime Minister expressed his hopes that the divine blessings would instill essential virtues in the hearts of citizens.
A wish for patience and self-confidence
Taking to the social media platform X, the Prime Minister extended his salutations to the presiding deity of peace. He emphasized the spiritual significance of the first day, praying that the divine grace of the Mother would act as a guiding light for the country.
"May the divine grace of the Mother kindle the lamp of patience and self-confidence in the hearts of all. May the Mother's blessings forever remain upon the people of the country—this is my heartfelt wish," the Prime Minister wrote.
Leaders join in spiritual celebrations
The festive spirit was echoed by several high-ranking officials across the country, each highlighting different aspects of the Goddess's divine nature:
- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh: He noted that the form of Goddess Shailputri inspires a deep reverence for nature and the steadfastness required to remain unshaken during life's challenges. He prayed for universal happiness, peace, and prosperity.
- Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath: Describing the festival as a celebration of Shakti, the Chief Minister prayed that the Goddess's grace would infuse self-strength and positive energy into every life, spreading harmony across the globe.
- Delhi CM Rekha Gupta: She characterized the worship of Shailputri as a sacred beginning for spiritual awakening and self-purification, praying for the health and prosperity of every family.
The significance of Shailputri
Sharadiya Navratri is a major nine-day festival in India, where devotees worship nine distinct forms of Goddess Durga. The first day is specifically dedicated to Goddess Shailputri, who is revered as the embodiment of the primordial power of creation and stability.