On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished people across the country on Diwali, extending his heartfelt greetings and hoping the festival would bring happiness and prosperity to everyone.
Taking to X, PM Modi shared his festive message, writing, “Diwali wishes to everyone! Heartfelt Diwali wishes to my family members across the country.”
Diwali wishes to everyone!
देशभर के अपने परिवारजनों को दीपावली की असीम शुभकामनाएं। https://t.co/RofjLf8x5i
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 8, 2026
Earlier, the Prime Minister had also shared a video titled ‘Have a Great Diwali’, in which he greeted citizens and spoke about his annual tradition of celebrating the festival with defence personnel.
PM Modi said the festival symbolises the victory of light over darkness and expressed hope that the occasion would bring happiness, well-being and prosperity to all. He further reiterated his plans to spend Diwali with members of the armed forces.
Have a great Diwali! https://t.co/YbFVq7tHmx
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 7, 2026
On the eve of the festival, PM Modi also met Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan and exchanged Diwali greetings.
Sharing details of the interaction on X, the Prime Minister wrote, “Met Vice President Thiru CP Radhakrishnan Ji and exchanged Diwali greetings.”
Met Vice President Thiru CP Radhakrishnan Ji and exchanged Diwali greetings.
@VPIndia
@CPR_VP https://t.co/wRIchNUGhv
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 7, 2026
Diwali is being celebrated across India on Sunday, November 8, marking Kartik Amavasya.
Homes, temples and public spaces have been decorated with earthen lamps, colourful lights and traditional ornaments.
The celebrations include prayers to Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi for happiness, peace and prosperity.
Families mark the occasion by lighting diyas, exchanging sweets, enjoying fireworks and spending time with loved ones.
The festival, however, reflects India’s cultural diversity and the spirit of unity and togetherness.
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