New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended greetings on the occasion of Guru Purnima.
“Hearty greetings to the countrymen on the auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima,” the Prime Minister tweeted.
This year, Guru Purnima, which is observed on the full moon day in Ashadh month of the Hindu calendar, falls on July 24, which coincides with the lunar eclipse.
It is celebrated by Hindus, Jains, and Buddhists to honour one’s gurus or teachers who guide them through their lives towards the path of enlightenment.
Hailing Gautam Buddha on this auspicious occasion, PM Modi said that his teachings can guide the country out of the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) pandemic.
“At Sarnath, Lord Buddha told his followers about the entire source of life,” Prime Minister Modi said while addressing the event. “He told us about sorrow and its reasons. He also assured us that one can win against sorrow, no matter how dire.”