Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday afternoon inaugurated Durga Puja celebrations in Kolkata, West Bengal. While addressing the people of West Bengal, PM Modi urged people to follow coronavirus protocols during the festive season.

"Sisters and brothers of West Bengal, tomorrow, on the auspicious day of Maa Durga Pujo's Mahashashti, I would join the Divine celebrations via video conferencing and shall also be extending my greetings to everyone. Do join the programme live!" To more know, watch the full virtual speech of the prime minister.