Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that he will be celebrating Diwali with the security forces in Bastar, via an 'X' post on Sunday. PM Modi described Bastar as an "an area where Naxalism once held sway and now, development is flourishing."
He further stated that he would be going to Bastar to salute the armed forces for their efforts.
"I am going to salute our brave security personnel for their sacrifices, selfless service and unwavering devotion to the nation,"
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Heading to Bastar to celebrate Diwali with our brave security forces. This is an area where Naxalism once held sway and now, development is flourishing. I am going to salute our brave security personnel for their sacrifices, selfless service and unwavering devotion to the nation. दीपावली के पावन अवसर पर बस्तर जा रहा हूं। कल तक जहां नक्सलियों का कहर था वहां आज विकास की बहार है। वीर जवानों, उनके बलिदान, त्याग और तपस्या को नमन करने जा रहा हूं।
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 8, 2026
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed warm Diwali wishes to citizens on Nov. 9, across India and the overseas diaspora, reflecting on the festival's timeless values of unity, harmony, and good defeating evil.
Modi greeted people on Diwali morning through a post on social media platform X, writing, "Diwali wishes to everyone!"
President Droupadi Murmu, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also extended their warm greetings on the occasion of Diwali.
President Murmu, extending her greetings on the eve of the festival, said, "On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all Indians living in India and abroad." She highlighted the cultural and spiritual significance of the festival, recalling how Bhagwan Shri Ram was welcomed with rows of illuminated lamps. She said Diwali symbolises the victory of virtues over negative tendencies and marks the beginning of happiness and prosperity.
The President also prayed for good health, happiness and prosperity for every citizen, urging people to preserve the environment, promote harmony and contribute towards building a Viksit Bharat.
Omar Abdullah extended warm wishes to people in Jammu and Kashmir and Diwali celebrants across the country and abroad. Describing Diwali as a symbol of the victory of truth and righteousness, he said the festival conveys an enduring message of hope, compassion, unity and mutual respect.
"May the festival of Diwali illuminate every home with happiness and usher in peace, prosperity and progress in Jammu and Kashmir and across the country," he said.
(This is a developing story.)
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