THEBUSINESSBYTES
BUREAU
BHUBANESWAR,
OCTOBER 20, 2026
Odisha’s top
constitutional and political leaders on Tuesday extended Vijayadashami and
Dussehra greetings to the people of the State, invoking the blessings of
Goddess Durga and Lord Jagannath and emphasising the festival’s enduring
message of the triumph of good over evil. Governor Braj Mohan Ram, Chief
Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Deputy Chief Ministers Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo
and Pravati Parida wished the people happiness, peace and prosperity on the
auspicious occasion.
In a message posted
on social media platform X, the Governor conveyed his heartfelt greetings to
the people of Odisha and prayed that the blessings of Goddess Durga would bring
happiness, peace and prosperity to everyone’s lives.
CM Majhi, in his
Vijayadashami greetings, underscored the festival’s enduring message of the triumph
of truth over falsehood, righteousness over unrighteousness and justice over
injustice. The Chief Minister wished the people well on the auspicious
occasion, emphasising the values of truth and moral integrity associated with
the festival.
Deputy Chief Minister
Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo also extended his greetings on Vijayadashami and
Dussehra, invoking Goddess Durga as the embodiment of strength and praying for
the well-being of all.
Deputy Chief Minister
Pravati Parida greeted the people of the State and sought the blessings of Lord
Jagannath and Goddess Durga for happiness, peace and prosperity in every
household.
Vijayadashami, also
known as Dussehra, marks the victory of good over evil and holds deep religious
and cultural significance across India. Celebrated with religious fervour, the
festival symbolises the triumph of righteousness over evil and reaffirms the
enduring importance of truth, courage and justice in public and personal life.
