Political leaders indulge in colorplay, say Holi hai!

Setting off Holi celebrations in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his wishes to the nation, followed by a stream of prominent political leaders and dignitaries enjoying the festival of colors. The Holi festivities at Defense Minister Rajnath’s Singh’s house saw participation from US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, who said: “It’s a great honor for me to be here, I want to thank the minister for hosting me. This is my first time and I am very excited to be part of it.” Here is how they celebrated:

 

US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo and Defense Minister Rajnath Singh dance on the occasion of Holi.

 

 

Minister for Law and Justice Kiren Rijiju with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Defense minister Rajnath Singh in Delhi during Holi celebrations.

 

Minister of State for External Affairs Meenakashi Lekhi gears up to celebrate Holi.

 

On the occasion of Holi, Delhi Chief Minister ArvindKejriwal began a seven-hour-long meditation from 10 am. He said he will not celebrate Holi in wake of the arrests of party’s leaders Satyendar Jain and Manish Sisodia.

 

Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit celebrates the festival with his friends in New Delhi.

 

Senior BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi celebrating the festival at his residence in New Delhi.

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