GOVERNOR EXTENDS GREETINGS ON DIWALI

Panjim, October 30, 2024

Kartika 8, 1946

Governor of Goa P.S. Sreedharan Pillai has extended his greetings to the people of Goa. on the auspicious and happy occasion of Diwali.

Governor in his message stated that Diwali is one of India’s biggest festivals. Indians celebrate this festival by lighting diyas in their homes with great gaiety and enthusiasm irrespective of caste, creed or religion. Most importantly, this event represents the triumph of light over darkness. During Diwali, there are bright lights displayed throughout the entire nation, he said.

Diwali spritually signifies the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, good over evil and hope over despair. I would like to say that festivals like Diwali have a greater role to play in our life. India is a country with different religions, regions and languages. The celebration of this festival helps in fostering social solidarity, mutual trust and goodwill among the people, thereby strenghening national integration and unity, he added.

May the celebrations of Diwali bring hapiness and prosperity to one and all Governors concluded.

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