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President Murmu's Diwali Message: Celebrate Safely and Help the Needy

President Droupadi Murmu has extended warm Diwali greetings to all Indians worldwide. She emphasized the importance of celebrating safely while being environmentally responsible. The President highlighted that Diwali serves as an opportunity to support the needy and bring joy to their lives. Her message reinforces the festival's core values of mutual affection and the triumph of good over evil.

Key Points: President Murmu Urges Safe Eco-Friendly Diwali Celebrations

  • President emphasizes supporting deprived communities during festival celebrations
  • Calls for environmentally conscious Diwali celebrations nationwide
  • Highlights Diwali's message of mutual affection and brotherhood
  • Festival symbolizes triumph of light over darkness and good over evil
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Celebrate safely, in environment-friendly manner: President Murmu extends Diwali greetings

President Droupadi Murmu extends Diwali greetings, urging citizens to celebrate safely, help the needy, and maintain environmental responsibility during festivities.

"I urge everyone to celebrate Diwali safely, responsibly and in an environment-friendly manner. - President Droupadi Murmu"

New Delhi, October 20

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday extended Diwali greetings to the nation.

Sharing an X post, President Murmu urged everyone to support the deprived and the needy, and celebrate the festival safely and in an environment-friendly manner.

President Murmu wrote, "On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all Indians, both in India and across the world."

"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," the President added.

She noted that the festival symbolises the triumph of good over evil, and echoed the message of "mutual affection and brotherhood."

"Diwali, one of India's most popular festivals, is celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm. The festival symbolises 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," the post read.

Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Diwali wishes to the people of India.

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."

Diwali is a five-day festival that starts on Dhanteras. On Dhanteras, people buy jewellery or utensils and worship God. The second day is called Naraka Chaturdashi. It is also called Chhoti Diwali or Small Diwali.

The third day of Diwali is the main day of the 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 devoted to Govardhan Puja. The fifth day is called Bhai Dooj. On this day, sisters pray for their brothers to have long and happy lives by performing the Tika ceremony, and brothers give gifts to their sisters.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Environment-friendly Diwali is the need of the hour. We've switched to LED diyas and minimal firecrackers. The air quality in Delhi is already so bad, we need to be more conscious. 🌱
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Arjun K
While I appreciate the sentiment, I feel we're losing the traditional essence of Diwali. The sounds and lights of crackers have been part of our celebrations for generations. Moderation is key, not complete elimination.
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Sarah B
As someone living abroad, these messages warm my heart. We're celebrating Diwali here in Canada but making sure to follow the eco-friendly approach. Missing the celebrations back home though! 🇮🇳
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Vikram M
The focus on helping the needy is what makes this message special. Diwali should be about sharing happiness with everyone, not just our own families. Jai Shri Ram! 🪔
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Kavya N
Beautiful reminder about the true meaning of Diwali - victory of good over evil. Let's light lamps of kindness and compassion in our hearts. Wishing everyone a safe and prosperous Diwali! ✨

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