President, PM Modi lead Diwali greetings: 'Brightness and radiance'

 

Diwali - one of the most significant Hindu festivals - is observed annually on the 15th day of Kartik month.

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday led the Diwali wishes on the ‘festival of lights’. In her message to the country, President Murmu said that people across the country should try and use the lamp of knowledge to light up the lives of those in need. "I pray for the happiness and prosperity of all people in the country," she added.

Stating that Diwali is “associated with brightness and radiance”, PM Modi wished a “wonderful Diwali”. “Wishing everyone a Happy Diwali. Diwali is associated with brightness and radiance. May this auspicious festival further the spirit of joy and well-being in our lives. I hope you have a wonderful Diwali with family and friends,” PM Modi wrote on Twitter.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah was among other leaders who greeted the country. “Happy Diwali to all the countrymen. May this festival of lights bring happiness, health and prosperity in everyone's life," he tweeted.