Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met Vice President CP Radhakrishnan and exchanged Diwali greetings.
Sharing details of the meeting in a post on X, PM Modi said, “Met Vice President Thiru CP Radhakrishnan Ji and exchanged Diwali greetings.”
Earlier, the Prime Minister extended Dhanteras greetings to the people, wishing them happiness, peace and good health.
In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Wishing all my fellow citizens boundless happiness on Dhanteras. May the divine grace of Lord Dhanvantari forever fill everyone’s life with happiness, peace, and excellent health.”
He also prayed for the festival to bring joy to every household and paid homage to Lord Dhanvantari, whom he described as the deity who bestows medicinal herbs and dispels old age, disease, fear and death.
Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday welcomed Vice President Radhakrishnan to the 10th edition of Deepotsav in Ayodhya, saying his presence would make the festival of lights historic and memorable.
In a post on X, Adityanath also welcomed ambassadors, high commissioners and diplomats from various countries, along with other distinguished guests and devotees.
The chief minister highlighted the lighting of more than 30 lakh earthen lamps along the banks of the Saryu River, describing the event as a celebration of the eternal victory of light, truth and righteousness over darkness.
He said Ayodhya was adorned for the grand celebration, which reflects the faith of millions of followers of Sanatan Dharma.
“Every particle of Ayodhya is filled with joy and vibrancy today,” Adityanath said, adding that the presence of the Vice President, foreign diplomats and other guests would make the festival historic and unforgettable.
He described Deepotsav as a celebration of equality, harmony, cultural unity and the spirit of “the world is one family”.
(ANI Inputs)
