Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended greetings to citizens across the country on the auspicious occasion of Sharad Purnima.
In a post on X in Hindi, PM Modi said, “Heartfelt wishes of Sharad Purnima to all my family members across the country. May this sacred occasion bring prosperity, happiness, and good health to everyone. I pray that the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Chandradev bring welfare and well-being to all.”
Sharad Purnima, observed on the full moon night when the moon appears brightest and is closest to the Earth, falls on October 6 this year. Considered one of the most spiritually significant nights in Hindu tradition, it is believed that on this night, the moon radiates divine nectar (amrit).
As part of the age-old tradition, devotees prepare kheer (sweet rice pudding) and place it under the moonlight, before consuming it the next morning. People also take a holy dip in rivers across the country on this auspicious occasion.
(With IANS inputs)
