India, Sept. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla has extended greetings on the eve of Ganesh Chaturthi. In his message Shri Birla has said,
"Heartiest greetings on the sacred occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, the auspicious festival dedicated to the worship of Lord Shri Ganesha, the Remover of Obstacles and the Bestower of Auspiciousness.
I pray to Lord Shri Ganesha to remove all obstacles and difficulties from everyone's life and bless all with happiness, peace, prosperity and good health. May His divine blessings infuse renewed energy into our resolve towards the progress of the nation and the welfare of the people.
On this sacred occasion, let us resolve to move forward on the path of know...