VVS Laxman and Sachin Tendulkar extend Dussehra wishes
NEW DELHI: Indian cricketing great Sachin Tendulkar, head coach Gautam Gambhir and former batter VVS Laxman extended their
Vijayadashami
greetings on Tuesday, sharing messages of hope, courage, righteousness and prosperity on the occasion of Dussehra. India's T20 World Cup-winning captain
Suryakumar Yadav
also joined the celebrations, wishing peace and joy for everyone.Tendulkar, widely regarded as one of the greatest batters in cricket history, described the festival as a reminder that good ultimately triumphs over adversity, urging people to find the courage to overcome their inner battles.Posting on X, the former India captain wrote, "Dussehra is a beautiful reminder that no matter how tough the circumstances, good always finds a way to triumph. May we all find the courage to conquer our inner battles. Wishing you and your family a very Happy Dussehra!"
Gambhir, Laxman share messages of courage and prosperity
Gambhir, who currently coaches India, also extended his wishes with a message highlighting the importance of standing up for truth and righteousness."Truth needs courage. Dharma demands action. Evil must never go unchallenged. Happy Dussehra," Gambhir wrote on X.
Laxman, the former India middle-order batter who has also worked extensively with the country's emerging cricketers, wished people good health, happiness and prosperity on the auspicious occasion."Wishing you and your family a very happy and blessed Vijayadashami May Goddess Durga bless you with good health, happiness, peace and prosperity.
May this auspicious day bring new beginnings, renewed hope and success in all your endeavours," wrote Laxman.
Suryakumar, meanwhile, shared a message wishing for peace and happiness as people across the country celebrated the festival."May Dusshera bring victory of good over evil, filling our lives with peace and joy," he wrote in a social media story.
Vijayadashami celebrates
Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra, holds deep religious and cultural significance across India. The festival is associated with Bhagwan Shri Ram's victory over Ravana and symbolises the triumph of righteousness over wrongdoing.The occasion also provides an opportunity to reflect on the need to overcome personal shortcomings and social evils.