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.
Diwali: PM Modi's Video Message
In his video message, PM Modi stated that just like the citizens, he also celebrates the festival of lights with great enthusiasm. "May this festival and the time ahead bring happiness, peace and prosperity into your lives," the prime minister stated. PM Modi further stated that he will continue to follow his ritual of celebrating Diwali with the soldiers of the nation, a gesture to support their bravery.
"As you know, it is my annual tradition to spend the festival with the brave soldiers of our country, and I will continue that tradition this year as well," PM Modi stated.
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