PM Modi greets nation and plans to celebrate Diwali with soldiers
The Prime Minister shared a video message wishing citizens happiness and peace while continuing his annual tradition of visiting the armed forces.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Diwali greetings to the country on Saturday, wishing citizens happiness, peace, and prosperity. According to News18, the Prime Minister shared a video message on X stating that the festival of lights represents India's determination to overcome darkness.
The Prime Minister also confirmed he will maintain his annual tradition of spending the festival with the soldiers of the Indian armed forces. He noted in a video message that he celebrates the festival with great enthusiasm and intends to continue his regular practice of spending the time among the troops this year.
In a message posted on the government of India's Jan Sampark Portal, the Prime Minister said the occasion marks the triumph of light over darkness, goodness over evil, and hope over despair. He expressed hope that the festive season would encourage people to spread kindness and embrace positivity to build a brighter future.
The Prime Minister urged citizens to work with renewed energy toward building a prosperous 'Viksit Bharat' and to strengthen bonds of togetherness. He also met Vice President C P Radhakrishnan to exchange Diwali greetings.
India is celebrating Diwali on Sunday, November 8. Between 2014 and 2025, the Prime Minister's Diwali destinations have included locations such as the Siachen Base Camp, the Punjab border, and the INS Vikrant off the Goa-Karwar coast.