Diwali Celebrated Across India & Abroad; Political Leaders, Celebrities Share Wishes

Diwali was celebrated across India and abroad, with people lighting diyas, exchanging sweets and sharing festive wishes. Political leaders and celebrities also joined the celebrations.

BJP leader Ravinder Raina marked the occasion with a Diwali greeting from Lal Chowk in Kashmir. Sharing a post on social media, he wrote, “Happy Diwali. At Lal Chowk (Kashmir).”

Happy #Diwali 🪔🪔
At #LalChowk (Kashmir) https://t.co/t9znpG1wVF

— Ravinder Raina (@RavinderRaina) November 8, 2026

Bollywood actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut also celebrated Diwali, sharing festive moments with her followers.

🪔 https://t.co/dRSu4VNZ52

— Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) November 8, 2026

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh celebrated Diwali with Army personnel deployed near Nathu La in Sikkim. He paid tribute to fallen soldiers at the Sherathang War Memorial, interacted with troops and distributed sweets and gifts among them.

On the auspicious occasion of Diwali today, paid homage to our immortal bravehearts at the Sherathang War Memorial in Sikkim. As the saying goes, “Monuments are for the living, not the dead”-they stand to continuously inspire us and awaken our national pride.

Their supreme sacrifice in the line of duty will forever remain etched in the memory of a grateful nation, and we will always remain indebted to their valor.

Also had the honor of meeting and interacting with our courageous troops deployed in this forward and challenging sector. Our jawans are like ‘diyas’ themselves, silently fighting the darkness and spreading the light of security to every home in the country. Even in extreme weather and difficult terrain, their unflinching vigil, boundless patriotism, and high morale burn brighter than a thousand lamps.

It is a matter of profound pride to celebrate Diwali among the true guardians of the motherland. Wishing all our brave personnel serving on the borders and their families a very Happy and Prosperous Diwali.

— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) November 8, 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari celebrated Diwali with Border Security Force (BSF) personnel at the Hingalganj border outpost in North 24 Parganas.

He extended greetings to personnel guarding the India-Bangladesh border and acknowledged their service away from their families during the festival.

On the auspicious and sacred occasion of Sri Sri Kali Puja and Deepavali, had the profound privilege of celebrating the festival of lights with our real Heroes, our valiant @BSF_India Jawans at the Hingalganj BSF Camp in Basirhat, North 24 Parganas, as well as the dedicated @CISFHQrs Jawans and Police Personnel stationed on duty at the Kolkata Airport.

​Sharing festive greetings, lighting diyas and distributing sweets with these brave defenders made this auspicious day truly special and memorable. While the entire country rejoices with family and loved ones, our Armed Forces and Security Personnel stand unwavering at their posts day and night, braving every hardship to guarantee our peace, safety and security. Their relentless commitment and sacrifice are the supreme pride of our Motherland.
​I salute each and every Jawan and Police Officer who keeps our borders secure and our Citizens safe.
May the divine grace and blessings of Maa Kali dispel all darkness and illuminate the lives of our brave Personnel and Citizens with happiness, strength, peace and prosperity.
​Warmest Greetings to all on the joyous occasion of Sri Sri Kali Puja and Deepavali 🪔✨🙏

— Suvendu Adhikari (@SuvenduWB) November 8, 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also extended Diwali greetings, wishing citizens happiness, prosperity and renewed energy. President Droupadi Murmu conveyed her wishes to Indians living in the country and abroad, highlighting the festival’s message of harmony and positivity.

समस्त देशवासियों को प्रकाश के पर्व दीपावली की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ।

यह दीपोत्सव आप सभी के जीवन में सुख, समृद्धि व सौभाग्य लेकर आए और नई ऊर्जा व उमंग का संचार करे। https://t.co/kuxLUHpdUZ

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) November 8, 2026

Union Ministers JP Nadda, Nitin Gadkari and Shivraj Singh Chouhan also extended Diwali greetings.

In Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah received festive wishes from citizens and public delegations at his Jammu residence, wishing everyone peace and prosperity.

Indian communities worldwide also celebrated Diwali, with international leaders and diplomats extending greetings.

The festival symbolises the victory of light over darkness and good over evil, marked by lighting diyas, offering prayers and exchanging sweets and gifts.

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