Festival of colours, Holi was celebrated with fervour and enthusiasm in Madhya Pradesh. Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan celebrated festivity at CM house drenching each other with colours. Chouhan also sang 'Phag' on the occasion.
Those who reached to extend Holi greetings to Chouhan included public representatives, senior administrative officers and citizens from every age group and walk of life. Extending Holi greetings, the Chief Minister said that Holi is a festival of colours, ecstasy and joy. He wished that may this festival of colours brings out prosperity and progress in the state and country.
People had reached CM's residence with 'dhol', 'manjeeras' and other musical instruments. Chouhan also participated in Holi-Rang Panchami Milan programme organised by Rajdhani Cloth Merchants' Association on Holi. Urban Administration & Development Minister Babulal Gaur was also present on the occasion.
Chouhan said that no hurdle will be allowed in the development of business and industries. He said that entire economy becomes mobilise as a result of business persons' prosperity.
Madhya Pradesh Government is making efforts to spread a network of business and industries in the State. Round-the-clock power supply will start in entire State from May this year. The Government has taken a revolutionary initiative for extending financial assistance to youth wishing to establish new industries, business and service centres. Under the scheme, the State Government will give loan guarantee, he added.
The Chief Minister presented a bouquet on behalf of Cloth Merchants' Association to Yoga trainer Kavita Sharma. At the programme, Chief Minister was greeted with shawl and coconut by association's president Shyambabu Agrawal and Shri Ashok Garg.
Meanwhile, in Bhopal traditional Holi processions were taken out in old and new parts of the city. Scenes of communal harmony were witnessed during these processions. Holi was celebrated with religious fervor and enthusiasm in the city.