New Delhi,August 16(HS): The spirit of festivity soared across the nation as India celebrated Janmashtami, marking the birth of Lord Krishna with prayers, devotion, and midnight festivities. On this sacred occasion, prominent voices from the highest echelons of power, across party lines, took to X (formerly Twitter) to extend heartfelt greetings.

President of India’s Message:

President Droupadi Murmu set a solemn yet uplifting tone, writing:

Heartfelt greetings on Janmashtami! Lord Shri Krishna has shown the entire humanity the path of following duties according to righteousness while remaining dedicated to the welfare of all beings. On this auspicious occasion, let everyone resolve to follow the path shown by Lord Shri Krishna and strengthen society and the nation.

Her post embodied the festival’s emphasis on dharma and collective well-being.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Wishes:

Prime Minister Modi’s greetings resonated with energy and hope:

Heartfelt Janmashtami greetings to all countrymen. May this sacred festival of faith, joy, and enthusiasm infuse new energy and zeal into your lives. Jai Shri Krishna!

He highlighted the festival’s power to reenergize the nation’s spirit, bridging tradition and modernity.

Union Cabinet Ministers’ Festive Spirit:

Prominent ministers lent their voices, each adding their own touch:

Home Minister Amit Shah:

Hail Shri Krishna! Heartfelt greetings to all on Shri Krishna Janmashtami. The life of Lord Shri Krishna, a symbol of righteousness, ethics, and public welfare, inspires every Indian to walk the path of truth and duty.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh:

Heartfelt greetings on Shri Krishna Janmashtami. May this festival infuse new energy and enthusiasm into your lives. My prayer to Lord Shri Krishna.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and others also shared similar wishes, underscoring the festival’s impact on personal and societal resilience.

A chorus of posts from the cabinet reflected motifs of discipline, harmony, and ethical leadership.

Opposition Leaders Join the Chorus:

The day was marked by rare digital camaraderie, as opposition stalwarts posted their own wishes:

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge:

On Janmashtami, let’s reaffirm our faith in the values of compassion and justice exemplified by Lord Krishna. May his message empower us to build an inclusive nation.

Rahul Gandhi:

Krishna’s life is a celebration of truth and courage. Wishing all a Janmashtami filled with love and harmony.

Regional leaders like Mamata Banerjee, Arvind Kejriwal, and Nitish Kumar elevated the mood with wishes for peace and prosperity across homes and communities.

A Festival Beyond Politics

What stood out was the unanimity of spirit. The festival, steeped in bhakti, saw dignitaries across ideological spectrums converge on the common ground of faith and tradition. From temples in Mathura and Vrindavan radiating devotional fervor to millions taking to social platforms, Janmashtami reaffirmed itself as a cultural connector — a reminder that Krishna’s message transcends time and partisanship.

As chants of “Jai Shri Krishna” echoed across the nation, India’s political class, from Rashtrapati Bhavan to party headquarters, joined every household in invoking the beloved Makhan Chor’s blessings.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar