Chennai, Feb. 11 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings
to Tamils all over the world on the auspicious occasion of Thaipoosam festival,
celebrated in Lord Murugan temples with spiritual fervour, on Tuesday.
In a social media post both in English and Tamil, Mr Modi said "Wishing everyone
a joyous and blessed Thaipoosam!".
"May the divine grace of Lord Murugan guide us with strength, prosperity and
wisdom", he wrote.
"On this sacred occasion, I pray for happiness, good health and success for all",
the Prime Minister said.
"May this day also bring peace and positivity into our lives!...Vetrivel Muruganuku
Arogara!", he added.
Lakhs of devotees thronged the temples of Lord Murugan, especially the
"Aarupadai Veedu...