PM Modi extends Diwali wishes to nation, says he will celebrate festival with Jawans

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended Diwali greetings to people across the country, wishing them happiness, peace and prosperity. He also reaffirmed his tradition of celebrating the festival with security personnel, saying he would spend the occasion with jawans this year as well.

In a post on X, the Prime Minister wrote, “Diwali wishes to everyone! Boundless Diwali wishes to my family members across the country.”

A day earlier, Modi had shared a video message conveying his greetings and describing Diwali as a festival that symbolises the country's resolve to overcome darkness.

“Hello! The holy festival of Diwali, the whole country is lit up with lights. This festival of light is an introduction to our resolve against darkness. Wishing you all a very Happy Diwali. May this festival of yours, your future time be filled with happiness, peace and prosperity,” he said.

The Prime Minister also spoke about his annual tradition of celebrating Diwali with soldiers, praising their service to the nation and confirming that he would continue the practice this year.

“Like you, I celebrate Diwali with great enthusiasm, and as you know, it has become a tradition for me to spend this day among our jawans, a practice I will continue this year as well. Once again, my best wishes to you all for Diwali!” he said.

Earlier, Modi met Vice President CP Radhakrishnan and exchanged Diwali greetings with him. Sharing details of the meeting on X, the Prime Minister wrote, “Met Vice President Thiru CP Radhakrishnan Ji and exchanged Diwali greetings.”

The five-day Diwali celebrations began with Dhanteras on November 6, followed by Choti Diwali on November 7. The main festival, along with Lakshmi Puja, is being observed on Sunday, November 8.

The celebrations will continue with Govardhan Puja on November 9 and conclude with Bhai Dooj on November 10.

(With ANI inputs)