PM Modi Wishes Nation Happy Diwali, Vows to Celebrate with Jawans
PM Narendra Modi extends Diwali wishes to the nation and affirms his tradition of celebrating the festival of lights with India's brave soldiers.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his heartfelt PM Modi Diwali greetings to citizens across India, wishing them a season filled with boundless happiness, peace, and prosperity. Taking to social media to connect with the public, the Prime Minister described the festival of lights as a powerful symbol of the nation's collective resolve to triumph over darkness.
A Message of Light and Resolve
In a video message shared with the country, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the spiritual and symbolic significance of the occasion. He noted that as the entire country illuminates its homes and streets, the festival serves as a reminder of the strength and determination of the Indian people.
“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,” the Prime Minister stated, wishing that the future of every citizen be filled with joy and prosperity.
Upholding the Tradition with Soldiers
Beyond the public greetings, the Prime Minister emphasized a personal tradition that has become a hallmark of his Diwali celebrations. He reaffirmed his commitment to spending the festival among the country's brave soldiers, the jawans, who guard the borders to ensure the safety of the nation.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the festivities, PM Modi shared that spending the day with the armed forces is a practice he cherishes and intends to continue this year. He noted that while the rest of the country celebrates at home, honoring those in service remains a priority for him.
Festive Meetings and the Five-Day Celebration
As part of the festive lead-up, Prime Minister Modi also met with Vice President Thiru CP Radhakrishnan to exchange Diwali greetings, sharing the details of their meeting on X (formerly Twitter).
The Prime Minister's greetings come amidst the comprehensive five-day Diwali celebration cycle, which includes:
- Dhanteras: Commenced on November 6.
- Choti Diwali: Observed on November 7.
- Lakshmi Puja: The main festival and primary day of worship.
- Govardhan Puja: Scheduled for November 9.
- Bhai Dooj: The concluding celebration on November 10.
In his final message to the public, the Prime Minister simply encouraged everyone to have a great Diwali, extending his best wishes to every "family member" across the country.