CM Yogi & Governor Anandiben Patel Greet UP on Vijayadashami
Extending heartfelt greetings to the people of Uttar Pradesh on the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath celebrated the timeless cultural festival as the eternal victory of truth over falsehood and righteousness over irreligion. Emphasizing the sacred Sanskrit maxim "Yato Dharmastato Jayah" (Where there is righteousness, there is victory), state leadership underscored that Dussehra stands as an enduring pillar of Indian cultural ethos. They urged citizens across the state to draw inspiration from the ultimate triumph of divine justice and rededicate themselves to moral courage, integrity, and selfless public service in everyday life.
Upholding Maryada and Duty: Governor Patel and CM Yogi Highlight Lord Ram’s Path for Society
In her official message, Governor Anandiben Patel noted that Vijayadashami serves as an annual spiritual reminder, guiding humanity to reject adharma and walk resolutely on the path of truth, justice, morality, and virtue. Amplifying this festive reflection, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stated that the festival conveys the eternal message of righteousness prevailing over evil, pointing out that the divine life of Maryada Purushottam Lord Shri Ram illuminates the essential principles of truth, dignity, sacrifice, and public welfare. Adityanath remarked that Lord Ram’s conduct shows society how to balance personal and civic duties with national devotion, creating a framework of compassionate governance and collective well-being that continues to guide the state and the nation forward.
Introspection and Harmony: State Leadership Urges Citizens to Eradicate Ego and Hostility
Joining the festive greetings, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) State President Pankaj Chaudhary highlighted that no matter how entrenched or intimidating unrighteousness may appear, truth and justice invariably triumph in the end. Adding to this sentiment, State General Secretary (Organization) Dharampal Singh framed Vijayadashami as a vital opportunity for personal and societal introspection, calling upon individuals to abandon inner vices such as vanity, arrogance, hatred, and negativity. Singh emphasized that true victory lies in subduing the ego and actively fostering communal solidarity, peace, and mutual harmony, ensuring that the spirit of the festival strengthens social cohesion across every community in Uttar Pradesh.
