PM Modi Extends Diwali Greetings, Says He Will Celebrate with Indian Soldiers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Diwali greetings to the people of the country, wishing that the festival of lights would bring peace, prosperity and happiness into everyone's lives. In a video message shared on social media, he said he would celebrate Diwali with Indian soldiers this year as well, continuing his annual tradition. However, he did not disclose the military station where he plans to join the celebrations. Modi described Diwali as a festival that symbolises the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. He also said the illumination across the country reflects India's determination to overcome darkness and spread hope.

On Saturday, Modi met Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan at the latter's residence in New Delhi. The two leaders exchanged Diwali greetings, and the Prime Minister later shared details of the meeting on X. President Droupadi Murmu also extended festive wishes to citizens. In her message, she encouraged patriotic young people inspired by Indian values to actively contribute to the vision of a developed India, or Viksit Bharat.