The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir and former cricketers VVS Laxman and Irfan Pathan have extended their greetings to the countrymen on the auspicious day of Diwali on Monday.
In a post on X, Vadra described Diwali as a celebration of joy and light, expressing hope that the sacred occasion inspires positivity and harmony across the nation.
"Heartiest greetings to all of you on the auspicious festival of light and joy, Diwali. This festival not only brings the light of lamps, but also the message of lighting the lamps of hope, faith, and love in hearts. May the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha bring happiness, p
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha returned to India with the Holy Relics of Lord Buddha following their exposition in Kalmykia, Russia.
"Heartfelt Diwali greetings to all on this festival of lights and joy. I pray to Lord Shri Ram for the health and prosperity of all," Shah posted on X.
In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Greetings on the occasion of Diwali. May this festival of lights illuminate our lives with harmony, happiness and prosperity. May the spirit of positivity prevail all around us."
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav participated in 'deepdaan' in Chitrakoot ahead of Diwali on Sunday. He said that the state government is working towards developing Chitrakoot in a similar way to Ayodhya.
According to a release from the Lok Sabha Secretariat, in his message, Birla said: "Heartiest greetings to all on the grand festival of lights, Deepawali. I also extend my best wishes for the upcoming festivals of Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj.
President of India Droupadi Murmu and Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan on Sunday extended greetings to the nation on the eve of Diwali, wishing joy, prosperity, and peace to all citizens in India and abroad.
As part of the festivities, the Chief Minister performed the aarti of artists dressed as Lord Ram, Mata Sita, and Lakshman. He also pulled the symbolic chariot, or 'Pushpak Vimaan,' carrying the artists depicting the divine trio.
Preparations are in full swing for Deepotsav 2025 at Ram Ki Paidi on the banks of the River Saryu in Ayodhya. Ahead of the festival of lights, grand preparations are underway in the city for Deepotsav to create history with over 26 lakh diyas.