Diwali Festivities: Leaders Extend Warm Wishes Across India

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath, PM Narendra Modi, and other leaders wished everyone a joyous Diwali. Celebrated as the 'Festival of Lights', Diwali embodies the triumph of light over darkness. Grand celebrations are planned nationwide, including a diya-lit Akshardham Temple and a new 55-foot Swaminarayan idol.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended his heartfelt Diwali greetings, celebrating the festival as a triumph of righteousness, truth, and light. In a message on X, he expressed his wishes for the continued blessings of Lord Shri Ram and Mother Janaki upon the people of the state.

The Chief Minister marked the occasion by visiting the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Temple in Ayodhya for prayers. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also shared his Diwali wishes, hoping for health, happiness, and prosperity for all. Similar sentiments were echoed by Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, who wished the festival would bring new energy and positivity.

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi sent Diwali greetings, reiterating his commitment to the state's development. The 'Festival of Lights', which symbolizes light overcoming darkness, will see the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple in Gandhinagar illuminated with 10,000 diyas. A new 55-foot Bhagwan Swaminarayan idol will be installed there with its dedication ceremony scheduled for November 11.

(With inputs from agencies.)