PM Modi, Shah, other leaders extend Vijayadashmi wishes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and other political leaders extended greetings to citizens on the occasion of Vijayadashami. The messages emphasized themes of unity, righteousness, and the triumph of good over evil.
Why it matters
Public statements from national leaders on major festivals serve to reinforce cultural values and national unity in the Indian political context.
PM Modi, Shah, other leaders extend Vijayadashmi wishes left Prime Minister Narendra Modi. File narendramodi.in via PTI narendramodi.in via PTI https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/udft6l/article71603291.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/TH07-Nistula-PMG04GKOH3H.3.jpg.jpg - **EDS: THIRD PARTY IMAGE** In this image posted on Oct. 7, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the gathering during the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sabha at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, in New Delhi. The event marks PM Modi completing 25 years as head of government in public office, tracing back to October 7, 2001, when he was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Gujarat. (narendramodi.in via PTI Photo)(PTI10_07_2026_000120B) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah called upon people to draw inspiration from the spirit of these festivals and reaffirm their commitment to mutual respect, unity and peaceful coexistence. New Delhi Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and other leaders on Tuesday (October 20, 2026) extended their greetings to all citizens on Vijayadashami.
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