On October 19, 2025, at 6:19 PM, the President's Secretariat announced through PIB Delhi that the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, sends greetings to her fellow citizens on the eve of Diwali. In her message, the President extended heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all Indians, both in India and across the world. She urges everyone to celebrate Diwali safely, responsibly, and in an environment-friendly manner.
(Release ID: 2180874)
Key Entities Referenced
President of India: The sender of the greetings; Droupadi Murmu
Diwali: Indian festival, the subject of President's greetings
President's Secretariat
PRESIDENT OF INDIA’S GREETINGS ON THE
EVE OF DIWALI
Posted On: 19 OCT 2025 6:19PM by PIB Delhi
The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu sends greetings to her fellow citizens on the eve of Diwali.
In a message, the President has said, “On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, I extend my heartfelt greetings
and best wishes to all Indians, both in India and across the world.
Diwali, one of India’s most popular festivals, is celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm. The festival
symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. Celebrated
across the country with immense fervour, the auspicious occasion of Diwali gives the message of mutual
affection and brotherhood. On this day, devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and
prosperity.
This festival of joy is also an occasion for self-reflection and self-improvement. This festival is also an
opportunity to help and support the deprived and the needy, and to bring joy into their lives.
I urge everyone to celebrate Diwali safely, responsibly and in an environment-friendly manner. May this
Diwali bring happiness, peace, and prosperity to all.”.
Please click here to see the President's message-
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(Release ID: 2180874)