NEW DELHI / JAMMU, Nov 8 (Agencies): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday conveyed Diwali greetings to people, stating that the festival celebrates the eternal victory of light over darkness, goodness over evil, and hope over despair.
PM Modi expressed hope that this festive season inspires everyone to spread kindness, embrace positivity and work toward a brighter future.
“Dear fellow citizen, warm greetings on the auspicious occasion of Diwali! This festival celebrates the eternal victory of light over darkness, goodness over evil and hope over despair,” he said in a message posted on the Government of India’s ‘Jan Sampark Portal’.
The PM said Diwali is also an occasion to cherish India’s rich traditions and strengthen the bonds of togetherness.
“May Diwali illuminate every home with happiness, harmony and prosperity. May this festive season inspire us to spread kindness, embrace positivity and work toward a brighter future,” he said.
PM Modi urged everyone to move forward with renewed energy and determination to build a prosperous and ‘Viksit Bharat’. “Once again, wishing you a Happy Diwali,” he said.
LG Sinha also greeted the people on Deepawali.
In his message, the LG said: “On the auspicious occasion of Deepawali, I extend warm greetings and best wishes to all. The festival of Deepawali celebrates the eternal victory of light over darkness, virtue over vice, and justice over injustice. On this joyous occasion, let us rededicate ourselves to bringing happiness and prosperity into the lives of all citizens, spreading the warmth of compassion and solidarity. Let us reach out to support and bring happiness to those in need. I pray that Maa Lakshmi, Bhagwan Ganesh, and Prabhu Shri Ram bring their blessings to every home. May the festival bring happiness and prosperity to all and illuminate their lives with lights of hope and joy.”
CM Omar on Saturday extended warm greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir and to all those celebrating Diwali across the country and abroad. In his message, the CM said that Diwali, the festival of lights, symbolises the triumph of good over evil and the victory of truth and righteousness.
He observed that the festival conveys the enduring message of hope, harmony and compassion, while reinforcing the values of unity and mutual respect that define India’s rich cultural diversity. CM Omar expressed hope that the festival would bring happiness, peace and prosperity to every household.
“May the festival of Diwali illuminate every home with happiness and usher in peace, prosperity and progress in Jammu and Kashmir and across the country,” he said.