Amaravati, Aug 28 : Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu have greeted people on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan on Friday.

Governor Abdul Nazeer conveyed his heartiest greetings and good wishes to the people. He said the festival of Raksha Bandhan celebrates the sacred bond of love, affection and mutual respect between brothers and sisters.

â??It reminds us of the importance of family values, care, protection and lifelong companionship,â?? he said and wished this auspicious occasion would strengthen the bonds of love and unity among families and bring happiness, peace and prosperity to all.

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu also greeted people on Raksha Bandhan. â??May this Raksha Bandhan festival, a symbol of the bond between brothers and sisters, fill your life with joy, health, and happiness. On this Rakhi Pournami, I sincerely wish that it spreads light in your lives, fills them with bonds of love,â?? he said in a post on X.

Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan also conveyed his wishes to women. â??On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan (Rakhi Pournami), which stands as a symbol of the affection and bond between brothers and sisters, I extend my heartfelt wishes to all sisters,â?? he said.

â??Rakhi Pournami is an emotionally charged symbol of the ties, relationships, and responsibilities intertwined with the Indian family system. It is a festival that fosters a sense of brotherhood, honors women, and provides reassurance,â?? the Deputy CM said.

â??On this Rakhi Pournami, we reiterate the coalition government's commitment to advancing women's safety and empowerment in the state. The coalition government is already successfully implementing initiatives such as Deepam-2, which provides three free gas cylinders per year, Talli Ki Vandanam, and Stree Shakti schemes,â?? he added.

The Jana Sena leader said the state was steadily progressing towards realising the dream of developing tribal villages. Already, 426 tribal hamlets have been connected by roads. Through Adavitalli Baata Phase-2, the government has initiated measures to further expand these roads.

â??To protect tribal women from the genetic disease Sickle Cell Anaemia, we are establishing a special blood bank in Araku. On this Rakhi Pournami, we affirm our resolve to move forward toward the upliftment and empowerment of girls and women,â?? Pawan Kalyan added.

Former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy greeted women. â??Your love and affection are my greatest strength and give me immense courage. I will always remain grateful for the warmth and affection you shower upon me as your brother,â?? he said.

The YSR Congress Party chief wished that their lives are filled with happiness, love, strong bonds, and good health.

/IANS