Politicians across the country on Tuesday extended their greetings to the nation on the occasion of Maha Shivratri, the festival celebrating the wedding of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
From Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Indian National Congress President Rahul Gandhi, all took to Twitter to wish countrymen on the occasion of the sacred day.
Here are some Maha Shivratri greetings coming from top political leaders:
Millions of devotees across the country are celebrating the festival, considered to be one of the holiest by the Hindu community. Hindus fast, sing hymns and prayers to seek Lord Shiva’s blessings.
Temples across North India witnessed long queues of devotees since morning.