CM GREETS PEOPLE ON THE EVE OF DIWALI

by Punjabnewswire4u

CHANDIGARH, NOV 12

Punjab Chief Minister Mr. Parkash Singh Badal today felicitated the Punjabis living across the country and abroad on the auspicious occasion of Diwali- the festival of lights. 

In a message on this sacred occasion, Mr. Badal said that Diwali was one of the most colorful and captivating festivals of India that provided us an occasion for rejoicing and merriment. Mr. Badal said: “This festival is a celebration of the victory of light over darkness, good over evil and hope over despair”. 

‘May Diwali bring peace and prosperity besides enormous happiness to our people’, added Mr. Badal. 

The Chief Minister also appealed to the people to celebrate Diwali with traditional fervor and gaiety rising above the parochial considerations of caste, color, creed and religion thereby cementing the bonds of harmony, amity and goodwill. 

  Mr. Parkash Singh Badal today greeted the people of Punjab on the auspicious occasion of Vishwakarma day being celebrated all over the state on the birth anniversary of Lord Vishwakarma-the divine architect of the whole universe.

In his message, the Chief Minister said that Lord Vishwakarama - the Deity of all craftsmen and architects is believed to be the architect and the master of all machinery tools and equipments being used.  The creations of Lord Vishwakarma inspired Indian craftsmen, artisans & workers by inculcating a sense of dignity of labour amongst the masses for centuries especially the craftsmen and labour class. 

Mr. Badal called upon the workers and craftsmen to make enormous contribution in strengthening the infrastructure of our state and the country through their hard work and dedication as a real tribute to Lord Vishwakarma.  

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SUKHBIR FELICITATES PEOPLE ON THE EVE OF DIWALI

 The Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal today extended his warm felicitations to the people of Punjab on the eve of Diwali- the festival of lights and Bandi Chhod Diwas.

          In his message, Mr. Badal said that Diwali, one of the most colorful and captivating festivals of India, was celebrated with great enthusiasm and gaiety by every section of the Society. He said that Diwali marked the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after victory in the battle with Ravana and it symbolized the ultimate victory of virtue over vice and triumph of good over evil. Sikh Sangat celebrates this day as Bandi Chhod diwas to mark the safe return of the sixth Guru, Guru Hargobind Sahib along with 52 other kings from Mogul detention from Gwalior Fort in the year 1619.

          Mr. Badal said that people traditionally celebrate this festival by illuminating their homes to dispel darkness and to venerate the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi for peace and prosperity. The illumination of Golden Temple on Diwali every year makes it a rare spectacle. Joining the people of Punjab in the celebration of the festival, the Deputy Chief Minister hoped that it would herald a new era of peace, harmony and prosperity in the State.

Mr. Sukhbir Singh Badal also greeted the people of Punjab on the eve of Vishwakarma day.

In a felicitation message issued on the eve of Vishwakarma day, Mr. Badal said that Lord Vishwakarma is known as the God of carpenters, goldsmiths, blacksmiths, masons and all those skilled people. The Deputy Chief Minister said that people, who were engaged in technical profession, must adhere to the principles of Vishwakarma and contribute maximum for making the country stronger and prosperous.

The true homage to this great architect of ancient times is to follow his teachings in true spirits, Mr Badal added.

 MAJITHIA GREETS PEOPLE ON THE EVE OF DIWALI

 Mr. Bikram Singh Majithia, Revenue Minister, Punjab today greeted the people of Punjab on the eve of Diwali- the festival of lights and Bandi Chhod Diwas.

          In his message, Mr. Majithia said that Diwali, one of the most colorful and captivating festivals of India, was celebrated with great enthusiasm and gaiety by every section of the Society. He said that Diwali marked the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after victory in the battle with Ravana and it symbolized the ultimate victory of virtue over vice and triumph of good over evil. He said that Sikhs celebrate this day as Bandi Chhod Diwas to mark the safe return of the sixth Guru, Guru Hargobind Sahib along with 52 other kings from Mughal detention from Gwalior Fort in the year 1619.

         The Revenue Minister said that people traditionally celebrate this festival by illuminating their homes to dispel darkness and to venerate the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi for peace and prosperity. The illumination of Golden Temple on Diwali every year makes it a rare spectacle. Joining the people of Punjab in the celebration of the festival, he hoped that it would herald a new era of peace, harmony and prosperity in the State. 

 Mr Majithia, Revenue Minister, Punjab today congratulated the people of Punjab on the eve of Vishwakarma day. In a felicitation message on the eve of Vishwakarma Day, Mr. Majithia said that Lord Vishwakarma is known as the God of carpenters, goldsmiths, blacksmiths, masons and all those skilled people. He said that people, who were engaged in technical profession, must adhere to the principles of Vishwakarma and contribute maximum for making

the country stronger and prosperous.
CAPT AMARINDER GREETS PEOPLE ON DEEWALI

  Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee President Capt Amarinder Singh today extended his warm greetings to the people of Punjab on the eve of the Deewali, the festival of lights.

Extending his greetings to the people, he said, may this festival of joy and light bring brightness in the lives of people and peace, progress and prosperity in Punjab. He said, such festivals bring a sense of joy and optimism among the people and bring out festive spirit among us.