<span style="color: #222222;">Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu has greeted the people of the nation ahead of the upcoming festivals 'Ugadi, Gudi Padava, Chaitra Sukladi, Cheti Chand, Vaisakhi, Vishu, Puthandu, Vaishkhadi and Bohag Bihu'. Mr. Naidu said that these festivals mark the beginning of traditional New Year and reflect our country's composite culture and rich heritage. He said the names differ but the festive spirit suffused with joy, hope and togetherness remains the same. Mr. Naidu said the<br />''<br />''harvest season in our country is an occasion to celebrate the vitality and abundance of nature. He urged fellow citizens to celebrate the festivals by adhering to COVID health and hygiene protocols. He prayed that these festivals bring peace, harmony, prosperity and happiness in the country.</span><br />