Shimla, March 4 -- The governor of Himachal Pradesh, Shiv Pratap Shukla, while celebrating Holi at Raj Bhavan on Wednesday, said the festival symbolises equality in the truest sense and lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his efforts in ensuring the safety and return of Indian citizens from Middle Eastern countries.

Speaking to ANI at Raj Bhavan, the Governor extended Holi greetings to the people of Himachal Pradesh and the country.

"Holi is a festival of equality in the true sense. On this day, everyone becomes equal. The feeling of who is big and who is small ends, and people celebrate with enthusiasm," Shukla said.

He added that if society embraces this spirit beyond the festival, it would strengthen the feeling of social harmon...