"Ram Navami is a festival of all, celebrate together," says former President Kovind

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 5 (ANI): On the eve of Ram Navami, Former President Ram Nath Kovind extended his wishes to the public on Saturday and urged everyone to celebrate the festival together.
Speaking to the media, Kovind said, "Ram Navami is the festival of the nation, and it should be celebrated by everyone together. I extend my wishes on the occasion. India's journey towards becoming a developed nation is guided by the principles and ideals exemplified by Lord Ram, the country is following those ideals."
Meanwhile, President Droupadi Murmu also extended her greetings to the nation on the occasion, highlighting the spiritual and cultural significance of Ram Navami. In a statement, she said, "On the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all fellow citizens."
"This holy festival is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Maryada Purushottam Bhagwan Shri Ram. The epic life journey of Bhagwan Shri Ram inspires us to follow the path of truth, dharma and ethics. This festival gives the message to serve humanity with dedication and commitment. This sacred festival motivates people to adopt life values of sacrifice, selfless love and remain committed to one's word," President Murmu said."On this holy occasion, let us learn from the ideals of Bhagwan Shri Ram and work together for the well-being of the entire humanity," the President said.
Navratri, which means 'nine nights' in Sanskrit, is a Hindu festival celebrating Goddess Durga and her nine avatars, known collectively as Navdurga.
Hindus observe four Navratris throughout the year, but only two--Chaitra Navratri and Shardiya Navratri--are widely celebrated, as they coincide with the changing of the seasons. In India, Navratri is celebrated in various forms and traditions.
The nine-day festival, also known as Ram Navratri, concludes on Ram Navami, which marks the birthday of Lord Ram. Throughout the festival, all nine days are devoted to honoring the nine incarnations of goddess 'Shakti.'
The festival is celebrated with great devotion across India, with rituals and prayers honouring the goddess in her various forms. (ANI)