Lucknow, 19 Sept (HS): On the auspicious anniversary of

Radha Ashtami, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath greeted the people

of the state and devotees. The Yogi Government made elaborate preparations at

the renowned Shri Ladli Ji Temple in Barsana, Mathura, for Shri Radha Rani's

happy birth anniversary. To welcome an anticipated 2.5 million (25 lakh)

devotees to the Braj district for the event, elaborate security, crowd

management, and cultural performances were implemented. In his official social

media statement, CM Yogi hailed Radha Rani as the timeless emblem of selfless

love and utmost devotion, wishing for everyone's peace, harmony, and

prosperity.

“Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to all devotees

and the people of the state on the sacred appearance festival of Shri Radha

Rani Ji, the eternal embodiment of selfless love and exclusive devotion—'Radha

Ashtami.' May the lamp of love in the heart, sweetness in life, and devotion to

Shri Krishna in the inner self forever remain ignited by the grace of Shri

Radha Rani. Radhe-Radhe,” mentioned UP CM in a post on X.

Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya wrote in his X

post, Heartfelt wishes to all fellow countrymen on the hallowed advent

day of the presiding goddess of love and devotion, Vrishabhanunandini Shri

Radharani ji, 'Radhashtami'! May Shri Radharani ji's grace bring love,

devotion, happiness, and tranquility into everyone's life.”

Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak also wished the people of the state a

happy day.

“Heartfelt greetings to all on the manifestation festival of

Vrishabhanu Dulari Shri Radha Rani Ji, Radhashtami. May the grace of Thakurani

Ji of Barsana always remain upon all of you—this is the prayer. Jai Shri Radha

Rani Sarkar!” Industrial Development Minister of Uttar Pradesh Government Nand

Gopal Gupta Nandi mentions in a post on X.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi