On the occasion of Diwali, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Sunday, extending festive greetings and New Year wishes in a gesture that highlighted harmony and goodwill.
Though brief, the meeting held symbolic importance, reflecting the essence of Diwali as a celebration of unity, tradition, and constitutional balance.
Sharing the moment on his official X handle, PM Modi posted, “Called on Rashtrapati Ji and conveyed greetings on the auspicious occasion of Diwali.”
Called on Rashtrapati Ji and conveyed greetings on the auspicious occasion of Diwali. @rashtrapatibhvn pic.twitter.com/0hLKGtEJhs
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 20, 2025
The exchange between the nation’s highest constitutional authorities underscored the grace and decorum associated with India’s festivals, where personal warmth and official duty merge seamlessly.
Rashtrapati Bhavan, illuminated with diyas and adorned in festive splendour, offered a picturesque backdrop for the meeting.
The Prime Minister’s visit followed a long-standing custom of leaders extending greetings to one another during national celebrations, reinforcing the country’s cultural ethos of unity and goodwill.
President Murmu, known for her emphasis on inclusivity, compassion, and service in public life, received the Prime Minister with warmth and cordiality.
While no official details disclosed regarding their discussion, sources indicated that the meeting was purely ceremonial, centred around Diwali wishes and reflections on the festival’s meaning.
Celebrated across India with lamps, sweets, and prayers, Diwali symbolises the victory of light over darkness and virtue over vice.
Within the sphere of governance, it also serves as a reminder of the duty of public leaders to uphold justice, transparency, and the well-being of citizens.
The Prime Minister’s visit was warmly received on social media, where users commended the gesture as a display of respect, tradition, and shared festive spirit between the two leaders.
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