New Delhi [India], January 1 : BJP MP in the Lok Sabha Bansuri Swaraj on Wednesday offered prayers at the Jhandewalan Devi Temple on the occasion of the first day of 2025 and called for the formation of a double-engine government of the BJP for the upcoming assembly polls in Delhi.

Following her visit to the temple, the BJP MP extended New Year greetings to the public and wished for a government in Delhi that ensures progress for the city as the national capital gears up for assembly polls this year.
"Happy New Year to everyone...I wish that such a government comes to power in Delhi that keeps Delhi on the path of progress. I am leaving after praying for BJP's double-engine government," Swaraj said.
Delhi is set to go into polls in early 2025 as the battle between the AAP and BJP becomes intense, with the parties levelling allegations against each other.
Meanwhile, India welcomed the year 2025 with celebrations across the country, as people in various cities marked the occasion with joy and enthusiasm. New Year celebrations began in many cities with parties, cultural events, live music performances, and themed decorations.
People from all over the country gathered in large numbers in temples and churches to mark the new year.
Amid inclement weather conditions in the national capital, Delhi, people commenced their day with morning prayers and 'aarti' at the famous Pracheen Hanuman Mandir in Connaught Place. Similar visuals were there from the Jhandewalan temple in the capital city.
Devotees thronged in large numbers to the Kalkaji temple while Chhatarpur temple and Birla Mandir witnessed a mesmerising morning aarti.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also extended his heartfelt wishes for a prosperous year ahead.
Taking to X, PM Modi emphasises the importance of new opportunities, personal growth, and collective well-being as the guiding principles for the year.
"Happy 2025! May this year bring everyone new opportunities, success, and endless joy. May everybody be blessed with wonderful health and prosperity," PM Modi said on X.