Sat Oct 12 00:20:00 UTC 2024: ## KCR Extends Dussehra Greetings, Emphasizes Social Harmony
**Hyderabad:** Telangana Chief Minister and BRS President K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) extended his warm greetings to the people of the state on the auspicious occasion of Dussehra. He emphasized the significance of the festival, highlighting the underlying message of triumph over inner negativity and the pursuit of virtue.
KCR stated that Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, celebrates the victory of good over evil. He highlighted the traditional practices associated with the festival, such as the auspicious sighting of a white pigeon and the offering of prayers to the ‘Shami’ tree. He also emphasized the importance of seeking blessings from elders by presenting them with ‘jammi’ leaves, symbolizing prosperity.
The Chief Minister acknowledged the special place Dussehra holds in the lives of Telangana’s people. He further emphasized the festival’s role in promoting social harmony and fostering a sense of unity through the practice of “allay ballay” (sharing and goodwill).
The festivities, according to KCR, act as a catalyst for strengthening bonds and fostering a spirit of camaraderie among the people of the state.
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