Hyderabad, Oct. 22: Former Governor Bandaru Dattatreya said Alai Balai brings people together regardless of caste, religion, political affiliation or regional differences. He called on people to set aside their differences, exchange festival greetings and strengthen social harmony.
Dattatreya thanked everyone who attended the programme and highlighted its role in promoting friendship, unity and mutual respect. He said the initiative encourages people to share happiness during festivals despite differences in their personal and political views.
Alai Balai Promotes Harmony and a Drug-Free India
Dattatreya said Vijayadashami symbolises the victory of good over evil. He expressed hope that the festival would strengthen brotherhood and harmony across society.
He also called for closer cooperation between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. He said both states should pursue development while maintaining friendly relations between their people and avoiding regional divisions.
This year’s Alai Balai programme is being organised under the slogan “Nasha Mukt Bharat, Vikasit Bharat”. Dattatreya stressed the need to raise public awareness about building a drug-free India and achieving the goal of a developed nation.
He said festivals should go beyond celebrations and serve as platforms for spreading positive social messages. He urged people to embrace unity in diversity, show mutual love and affection, and contribute to the progress of society.
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