- Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Diwali greetings to citizens on November 8, wishing happiness, peace and prosperity.
- He reaffirmed his tradition of celebrating Diwali with the country’s brave jawans and security personnel.
- Modi also met Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and exchanged Diwali greetings.
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended Diwali greetings to people across the country, wishing them happiness, peace and prosperity on the festival of lights. He also reaffirmed his tradition of celebrating Diwali with the country’s security personnel, saying he would continue the practice 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.”
His message came as people across India celebrated Diwali on November 8.
PM Modi Reaffirms Diwali Tradition with Jawans
In a video message shared on Saturday, November 7, the Prime Minister described Diwali as a festival that symbolises the country’s resolve to overcome darkness.
He said the entire country was illuminated with lights and wished citizens happiness, peace and prosperity.
Modi also spoke about his annual tradition of celebrating Diwali among soldiers and security personnel.
“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,” he said.
The Prime Minister’s annual visits to security personnel during Diwali have become a regular feature since he assumed office in 2014.
PM Modi Meets Vice President CP Radhakrishnan
Earlier, Prime Minister Modi met Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and exchanged Diwali greetings.
Sharing details of the meeting on social media, Modi said he had met the Vice President and exchanged festive wishes.
The meeting was part of the Diwali celebrations and greetings exchanged by national leaders on the occasion.
Diwali 2026: Important Festival Dates
The five-day Diwali celebrations in 2026 include the following occasions:
- November 6: Dhanteras
- November 7: Choti Diwali
- November 8: Diwali and Lakshmi Puja
- November 9: Govardhan Puja
- November 10: Bhai Dooj
Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, symbolises the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. People celebrate the occasion by lighting diyas, decorating homes, performing Lakshmi Puja and exchanging greetings with family and friends.
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