The Prime Minister Narendra Modi today wished the nation through tweeting on Twitter on the day of Basant Panchami.

"Greetings on the special occasion of Basant Panchami" PM Modi tweeted.

Mamata Banerjee, the West Bengal Chief Minister also greeted the country citizens. She tweeted “Heartiest greetings to all on the occasion of Saraswati Pujo,” 

Basant Panchami is celebrated every year on the fifth day of the Magha month. The Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the demise of E. Ahamed showed his sadness. He tweeted "Saddened by the demise of Mr. E Ahamed, a veteran political leader who served the nation with great diligence. My condolences"

"Mr. E Ahamed devoted significant efforts towards Kerala's progress. His role in deepening India's ties with West Asia was notable" PM Modi wrote in another tweet.

In the next one, he wrote "The continuous efforts of Mr. E Ahamed for the empowerment of the Muslim community will be remembered"

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