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‘May Diwali Guide Us…’: PM Modi, President Murmu, Amit Shah & Several Top Leaders Wish India On Diwali
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Draupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar, and other top leaders extended their greetings to the nation on Thursday as India prepares to celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights.
“On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to all Indians living in India and abroad,” President Murmu shared in a post on X.
Vice President Dhankar expressed that the festival symbolises the enduring victory of light over darkness, hope over despair, and knowledge over ignorance.
“On the auspicious occasion of Deepawali, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all fellow citizens of Bharat. Deepawali, celebrated with reverence and joy not only in Bharat but by our diaspora across the world, symbolizes the timeless victory of light over darkness, hope over despair, and knowledge over ignorance. May the light of Diwali guide us towards unity, prosperity, and progress. Let’s embrace the spirit of hope, wisdom, and compassion, enriching our lives and communities,” Dhankar tweeted.
Prime Minister Modi also extended Diwali wishes to the country, praying for the well-being of citizens. “Many happy wishes to the countrymen on Deepawali. On this divine festival of lights, I wish everyone a healthy, happy, and prosperous life. May everyone prosper with the blessings of Maa Lakshmi and Lord Shri Ganesha,” he posted on X.
As part of Diwali celebrations, PM Modi will participate in Rashtriya Ekta Diwas events in Gujarat, which include an Indian Air Force flypast and a floral tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at the Statue of Unity in Kevadia. The Prime Minister will also administer the Ekta Diwas pledge and witness the Ekta Diwas Parade.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also shared his Diwali greetings, wishing the festival would bring “new energy, health, and prosperity” into the lives of all Indians.
Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi extended his heartfelt wishes as well, saying, “Heartiest greetings of Deepawali to all countrymen. I hope that the light of this festival will remove the darkness from your life and illuminate it with happiness and prosperity.”
In Ayodhya, a record 25 lakh diyas (lamps) were lit on Wednesday evening, marking the temple town’s first Diwali celebration since the inauguration of the Ram Mandir at the birthplace of Lord Ram, adding to the festive fervour across the nation.
