NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (October 17) extended his greetings to people on the beginning of Navratri and wished them happiness, peace and prosperity.


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With the blessings of the goddess, may our planet be safe, healthy and prosperous, he said in a tweet.



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"Pranams to Maa Shailputri on Day 1 of Navratri. With her blessings, may our planet be safe, healthy and prosperous. May her blessings give us strength to bring a positive change in the lives of the poor and downtrodden," PM Modi said. 


This time India is celebrating Navratri amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Devotees were seen visiting temples to offer prayers and perform puja and rituals while simultaneously following COVID-19 guidelines. Most of the temples across India have opened after remaining shut for nearly six months due to the pandemic.


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