President, PM greet people on Diwali (Lead)
October 16th, 2009 - 3:34 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) President Pratibha Patil and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Friday greeted the countrymen on the festive occasion of Diwali.
In a message, the president said: “On the joyous occasion of Diwali, I convey my warm greetings and good wishes to everyone in India and abroad.”
“Diwali, the festival of lights is the celebration of the victory of good over evil. Let this year’s festival bring peace, prosperity and communal harmony and illuminate the lives of those who are in need of help,” Patil said.
Echoing Patil’s comments, the prime minister also said that Diwali symbolises the victory of good over evil, and brings joy and hope to people all over the country.
“It is an occasion for strengthening the bonds of friendship and goodwill between us. The festival of lights inspires us to fight darkness in all spheres of life.”
“May Diwali bring increased happiness, peace and prosperity to our people,” the prime minister added.
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