Prime Minister of India - Dr. Manmohan Singh

PM greets nation on Deepawali

The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, has greeted the people on the auspicious occasion of Deepawali.

In a message, Dr. Singh said that Deepawali is a festival which celebrates the ascendancy of light over darkness, of good over evil and of hope over despair. It instills confidence and courage in the hearts of people that truth and righteousness are bound to prevail over the forces of evil. Its celebration by people from diverse faiths is a significant affirmation of the great secular tradition of the country.

May Deepawali this year usher in peace, happiness and prosperity for all, the Prime Minister added.