New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday wished the countrymen on the occasion of Dhanteras and prayed for their ‘well-being and prosperity.

Dhanatrayodashi, also known as Dhanteras, marks the first day of the Diwali festival in Hindu traditions.

The festival known as Lakshmi Puja is celebrated in the evenings when diyas (clay lamps) are lit. Devotional songs, or bhajans, are sung in praise of goddess Lakshmi, and traditional sweets are offered to her.

In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Heartfelt Dhanteras greetings to all my family members in the country. On this sacred occasion, I pray for everyone’s happiness, prosperity, and good health. May Lord Dhanvantari bestow his abundant blessings upon all.”

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also took to X and posted, “Heartfelt wishes t

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