PM Modi conveys Deepavali greetings, says will celebrate the festival with soldiers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended Deepavali greetings to the nation and announced his intention to celebrate the festival with soldiers, continuing his annual tradition. The article also highlights how young Indians are creating new traditions for the festival while living away from home.
Why it matters
The Prime Minister's public engagement with military personnel during major festivals serves as a significant symbolic gesture for national morale and civil-military relations in India.
New Delhi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (November 7, 2026) conveyed Deepavali greetings to the nation, saying that, like in previous years, he will celebrate the festival with the brave soldiers of the country. In a video message posted on his social media handles, Mr. Modi said he will celebrate the festival with great enthusiasm. Deepavali, minus the family reunion: Meet the young Indians creating new traditions Deepavali, minus the family reunion: Meet the young Indians creating new traditions Cannot make it home this Deepavali? You’re not alone.
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