PM Modi Calls on President Droupadi Murmu, Shares Diwali Greetings
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan and shared Diwali greetings.
“Prime Minister Shri@narendramodi called President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan and shared Diwali greetings,” the President of India said in a social media post.
Earlier today, President Droupadi Murmu extended Diwali greetings to the nation. Posting an
“This festival of joy is also an opportunity for self-reflection and self-improvement. This festival is also an opportunity to help the poor and needy, support them and bring joy to their lives. I appeal to everyone to celebrate Diwali in a safe, responsible and environmentally friendly manner. May this Diwali bring happiness, peace and prosperity to everyone,” the President added.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday continued his tradition of celebrating the Diwali festival with soldiers by visiting INS Vikrant off Goa and Karwar this year. PM Modi interacted with the soldiers and said that he was lucky to celebrate the festival of lights with Navy personnel. “Today, on one side, I have endless horizons, endless skies, and on the other side, I have this giant, INS Vikrant, which embodies infinite powers. The shine of the sun’s rays on the ocean waters is like the Diwali lamps lit by brave soldiers,” he said.
Diwali is a five-day festival that begins on Dhanteras. On Dhanteras, people buy jewelery or utensils and worship Gods. The second day is called Naraka Chaturdashi. It is also known as Chhoti Diwali or Little Diwali.
The third day of Diwali is the main day of celebrations. People worship Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi on this day and offer prayers to bless them with wealth and prosperity.
The fourth day of Diwali is dedicated to Govardhan Puja. The fifth day is called Bhai Dooj. On this day, sisters perform the Tika ceremony and pray for their brothers to live a long and happy life, and brothers give gifts to their sisters.
