Gandhinagar, Oct. 19 -- Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has extended his heartfelt greetings to citizens on the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami, describing the festival as a celebration of the victory of divine forces over evil.

In his message, the Chief Minister said that Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra, symbolises the triumph of truth over falsehood and righteousness over unrighteousness. He described the festival as an occasion to celebrate victory over the inner evils and negativity that reside within human beings, according to a press release issued by the Chief Minister's office.

Highlighting the significance of Vijayadashami following the nine-day Navratri festival dedicated to the worship of Shakti, the Chief M...