Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation via social media on Saturday to share festive greetings for a happy Diwali. He reaffirmed his personal commitment to spend the holiday alongside armed forces personnel in line with past practices. The broader celebratory period formally commenced with Dhanteras on November 6 and features Lakshmi Puja on November 8, wrapping up with Bhai Dooj on November 10.
Key points
The prime minister is continuing his established tradition of spending the festive season…: The prime minister is continuing his established tradition of spending the festive season directly alongside military troops.
Festivities for the annual holiday period are organized across five designated ceremonial…: Festivities for the annual holiday period are organized across five designated ceremonial days throughout the country.
Key religious observances include Lakshmi Puja on November 8, Govardhan Puja on November…: Key religious observances include Lakshmi Puja on November 8, Govardhan Puja on November 9, and Bhai Dooj on November 10.
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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 shared on social media,
PM Modi wished people a happy and prosperous Diwali.
The five-day Diwali celebrations begins 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.
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