NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended Diwali greetings to people across the country and said he would continue the tradition of celebrating the festival with soldiers.In a video message posted on X, PM Modi said Diwali symbolised India’s resolve to fight darkness and wished people happiness, peace and prosperity.“May this festival and the time ahead bring happiness, peace and prosperity into your lives,” he said.“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,” he added.Earlier in the day, the Prime Minister met Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan and exchanged Diwali greetings. Sharing details of the meeting on X, the Prime Minister said, “Met Vice President Thiru CP Radhakrishnan Ji and exchanged Diwali greetings.”PM Modi had earlier extended his wishes to people on Dhanteras, which marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali festivities.In a post on X, he said, “Wishing all my fellow citizens boundless happiness on Dhanteras. May the divine grace of Lord Dhanvantari forever fill everyone’s life with happiness, peace, and excellent health.”
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“May the flame of joy and happiness burn brightly in every home, this is my heartfelt wish. I bow to Dhanvantari, the primordial deity, whose lotus feet are revered by gods and demons alike. He is the Lord who bestows a variety of medicinal herbs and dispels old age, disease, fear, and death in this world,” he added.The five-day Diwali celebrations began with Dhanteras on November 6, followed by Choti Diwali on November 7.The main festival, along with Lakshmi Puja, will be observed on November 8. Govardhan Puja will be celebrated on November 9, followed by Bhai Dooj on November 10.