As the auspicious festival of Ugadi approaches, the Governor of Andhra Pradesh, S. Abdul Nazeer, has conveyed his heartfelt wishes, emphasising the occasion as a harbinger of joy and optimism, promising a brighter tomorrow.
Scheduled for celebration on Tuesday, April 9, Ugadi holds profound significance in the hearts of Telugu people worldwide. Governor S. Abdul Nazeer has taken the opportunity to extend warm greetings to all Telugu communities, heralding Ugadi as a symbol of renewal and rejuvenation.
In his message, the Governor remarked, "On the happy and auspicious occasion of 'Ugadi,' Telugu New Year Day, I extend my heartiest felicitations and warm greetings to the people of Andhra Pradesh and to all Telugu people living across the world. Ugadi is a festival of joy and happiness as the New Year brings with it new hope of a bright future."
Expressing his aspirations for peace and prosperity, Governor Abdul Nazeer added, "I hope 'Sri Krodhi Nama Samvatsara Ugadi' will usher in peace, prosperity, harmony, and happiness among the people of all sections of society."
Ugadi, heralding the commencement of the Telugu New Year, is celebrated with great enthusiasm in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka. While known as 'Ugadi' in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, the festival is celebrated as 'Gudi Padwa' in Maharashtra, reflecting the rich cultural diversity across regions.
This heartfelt message from the Governor resonates with the spirit of unity and optimism, marking Ugadi as not just a cultural celebration but also a time to embrace hope for a promising future.
In addition to extending warm wishes for Ugadi, Governor Abdul Nazeer had previously conveyed his heartfelt greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, reflecting his commitment to embracing and celebrating diverse cultural traditions.