October 21, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lit up hearts this Deepavali with a special message filled with hope and pride! On October 21, 2025, he addressed all Indians in an open letter that made this festival of lights truly shining. Why so special? Because, for the first time, many remote districts that once faced the shadow of Naxalism and Maoist terrorism are now free. “For the first time, lamps will be lit in many districts across the country, including remote areas. These are the districts where Naxalism and Maoist terrorism have been eradicated from the root,” Mr. Modi proudly wrote. He called this victory a “major achievement for the nation,” noting that many former militants have chosen peace and joined the mainstream, trusting India’s Constitution. Talking about courage and justice, the Prime Minister highlighted Operation Sindoor, comparing it to Lord Ram's teachings of fighting evil and standing for what’s right. But PM Modi didn’t stop there. He urged everyone to be part of India’s growth story by choosing ‘Swadeshi’ — using local products and respecting our own culture. His simple but powerful wishes include respecting all languages, keeping surroundings clean, taking care of health, reducing oil in our food by 10%, and embracing Yoga. He said these small steps would help India quickly become the “Viksit Bharat” we all dream about. This Deepavali message from Mr. Modi lights up the path for a brighter, stronger India!

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