Hyderabad, Ap 10: Hyderabad witnessed the vibrant celebration of Ugadi, the Telugu new year, with traditional enthusiasm on Tuesday, extending across Telangana. Homes were adorned with mango leaf decorations, and families indulged in the customary 'Ugadi pachadi'. Many also made visits to temples to mark the occasion.
'Ugadi pachadi' comprises neem flowers, raw green mango, jaggery, tamarind pulp, and spices, symbolizing the diverse facets of life. Former Vice-President M Venkaiah Naidu and Telangana Governor C P Radhakrishnan graced the Ugadi festivities at a local event. The Governor additionally participated in celebrations held at the Raj Bhavan.
In his message, the Governor extended greetings to all Telugu people and encouraged them to embrace the new year with dedication, commitment, and hard work, as per a press release from the Raj Bhavan. Telangana High Court Chief Justice Alok Aradhe and senior government officials were also present.
Ugadi celebrations resonated at the offices of various political parties including Congress, BJP, and BRS. Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee Working President and MLC Mahesh Kumar Goud joined other leaders at the state Congress headquarters. Meanwhile, Union Minister G Kishan Reddy, BJP Rajya Sabha member K Laxman, and others participated in the festivities at the BJP office.
At the BRS headquarters, Working President K T Rama Rao graced the event. The pandit who conducted the 'Panchanga Sravanam' at the BRS office predicted that the upcoming Lok Sabha elections would pose challenges for the ruling party, while foreseeing potential success for BRS president K Chandrasekhar Rao.
Governor, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, Union Minister Kishan Reddy, and BRS president Chandrasekhar Rao extended warm wishes to the people on this auspicious occasion.
