Diwali 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended Diwali greetings to the people of the country, wishing them prosperity, happiness, and peace. In a video shared across the social media platforms, the prime minister stated that the festival is celebrated to fight against darkness (hopelessness). PM Modi, in an around one-minute-long video, asserted that he will celebrate the festival of lights with soldiers, as per his over a decade-old ritual.
Have a great Diwali! https://t.co/YbFVq7tHmx
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 7, 2026
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