Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 20 extended his greetings to the nation on Vijayadashami, wishing people happiness, prosperity and success on the auspicious occasion.
In a message shared on X in Hindi, Modi offered his heartfelt wishes and expressed hope that the festival, celebrated with joy and devotion, would inspire people to strengthen their determination and move forward with renewed enthusiasm.
The Prime Minister wished that the occasion would bring happiness, prosperity and success into everyone’s lives.
Vijayadashami, popularly known as Dussehra, commemorates Lord Rama’s victory over the demon king Ravana and represents the triumph of good over evil.
Celebrated across India, the festival is marked by religious ceremonies, cultural programmes, processions and the burning of Ravana effigies. It also marks the culmination of the ten-day Dussehra festivities, bringing communities together in a spirit of devotion and celebration.