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PM Modi to celebrate Diwali with army jawans, extends wishes nationwide
✍️ TOI India
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 08:18 AM
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will observe Diwali with Indian Army jawans as per his annual tradition and will convey festive greetings to citizens across the country.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to continue his long‑standing Diwali tradition of celebrating the festival with Indian Army jawans. The event, which has become a symbolic gesture of gratitude towards the armed forces, will be held in accordance with the schedule announced by the Prime Minister's Office.
During the ceremony, Modi will address the troops and extend heartfelt Diwali wishes to the nation. The greeting is expected to be broadcast on television and digital platforms, reaching citizens in every corner of India.
The Prime Minister's participation underscores the government's emphasis on national unity and the role of the defence forces in safeguarding the country's festive spirit.
The Diwali greetings will also highlight the broader message of peace, prosperity and collective well‑being, resonating with the diverse population of the country.
The tradition, first observed by Modi in previous years, reinforces the close bond between civilian leadership and the military during one of India's most celebrated festivals.
During the ceremony, Modi will address the troops and extend heartfelt Diwali wishes to the nation. The greeting is expected to be broadcast on television and digital platforms, reaching citizens in every corner of India.
The Prime Minister's participation underscores the government's emphasis on national unity and the role of the defence forces in safeguarding the country's festive spirit.
The Diwali greetings will also highlight the broader message of peace, prosperity and collective well‑being, resonating with the diverse population of the country.
The tradition, first observed by Modi in previous years, reinforces the close bond between civilian leadership and the military during one of India's most celebrated festivals.