Andhra Pradesh Leaders Extend Greetings and Prayers on Dussehra
Andhra Pradeshs leaders celebrate Dussehra, wishing prosperity and success for the people while emphasizing the festivals significance.

Amaravati, October 20 (Daily Kiran) : On October 20, 2026, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, and Governor S. Abdul Nazeer extended their warm wishes to the people on the occasion of Dussehra. They expressed hopes for prosperity and happiness for all.
Chief Minister Naidu conveyed his greetings, highlighting that the festival of Dussehra symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, and the victory of righteousness over injustice. He prayed to Goddess Durga for her blessings during this auspicious time.
Naidu stated that the celebration serves as a significant source of inspiration for everyone. He emphasized the importance of fulfilling commitments that include ensuring fair returns for farmers’ hard work, empowering women, and creating a bright future for the youth. He wished that with Goddess Kanaka Durga’s blessings, Andhra Pradesh continues to achieve success in all areas and progresses on the path of development. He hoped that every family enjoys happiness, good health, peace, and prosperity.
Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan remarked that Dussehra, celebrated across India with great spiritual enthusiasm, represents the victory of good over evil and righteousness over injustice. He noted the grandeur with which the festival is observed in both Telugu states, where people worship the goddess according to their traditions. Kalyan extended his Dussehra wishes to all, praying for the goddess’s blessings on every citizen of the country. This year, the celebrations at Indrakeeladri were made even more special by the presence of the President of India and several state chief ministers. Additionally, the national-level ‘Saras Mela’ held in Vijayawada enhanced the state’s reputation as part of the Dussehra festivities.
Kalyan reiterated that with the blessings of Goddess Kanaka Durga, their coalition government is committed to providing equal opportunities for all sections of society and is continuously working towards comprehensive development in the state. He expressed hopes that this Dussehra brings joy, peace, and prosperity to everyone’s lives.
Former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy also shared his thoughts, stating that Dussehra conveys the message of victory of righteousness over injustice, light over darkness, and good over evil. He prayed for the removal of all difficulties, the arrival of happiness in everyone’s life, and for the goddess’s grace to be upon all. He extended heartfelt Dussehra wishes to all Telugu people.



