Diwali being celebrated across country with traditional fervour; President, Vice President and Prime Minister greet people on the occasion; ?Light a Diya this Diwali as a salute to Soldiers,? appeals

Diwali, the festival of lights is being celebrated with gaiety and traditional fervour today. The festival marks the victory of good over evil.

President Ram Nath Kovind has extended his greetings to his fellow citizens on the eve of Diwali. In a message, the President has said the festival, celebrated by people of various religions and sects strengthens the sense of unity, goodwill and fraternity among the people of our country. He said, the festival inspires us to work for the service of humanity. Mr Ram Nath Kovind expressed the hope that this grand festival of happiness and light will bring delight, peace and prosperity to each and every house of our country.

Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu has greeted the nation on the eve of Deepawali. In his message, Shri Naidu said, celebrated with traditional fervour and zeal, Deepawali signifies the victory of good over evil and reaffirms our belief in the noble ideals and morals of Lord Rama’s life.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his greetings to the people of the country on the occasion of Diwali. In a tweet, Shri Modi expressed hope that this festival will further brightness and happiness. He said, may everyone be prosperous and healthy.

In his message, the Prime Minister expressed hope that the festival will further brightness and happiness. He said, may everyone be prosperous and healthy.

Earlier, in a tweet yesterday, the Prime Minister urged the people of the country to light the Diya on this Diwali as a salute to the Soldiers who fearlessly protect our nation. He said, words can not do justice to the sense of gratitude we have for our soldiers for their exemplary courage. Shri Modi said, we are also grateful to the families of those on the borders. The Prime Minister also posted a video on his twitter handle.