Global Celebrations: As millions in India and around the world celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights, a wave of goodwill and warm wishes from global leaders has swept across social media. Prominent figures, including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, took to X (formerly Twitter) to extend their heartfelt greetings.
UK Prime Minister’s Warm Wishes
Happy Diwali to all those celebrating across the UK, I wish you and your family a joyful celebration.
This is a time of coming together, abundance and welcome, and a moment to fix our eyes on the light which always triumphs over the darkness. pic.twitter.com/UXSHnXEI7w
— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) October 31, 2024
Keir Starmer shared his thoughts, saying, “Happy Diwali to all those celebrating across the UK! I wish you and your family a joyful celebration. This is a time of coming together, abundance and welcome, and a moment to fix our eyes on the light which always triumphs over the darkness.”
Messages from the UAE
यूएई और विश्व भर में दीपावली मना रहे सभी लोगों को हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ। रोशनी का ये पावन त्योहार आपके और आपके प्रियजनों के जीवन में ख़ुशियाँ और शांति लाए और उन्हें हमेशा सलामत रखें। आपके हृदय का उजाला आपको सामंजस्य, करुणा और एकता की राह पर मार्गदर्शित करे। शुभ दीपावली!”
ईश्वर आपको…
— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) October 31, 2024
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum also expressed his heartfelt wishes in Hindi, stating, “Warm wishes to all those celebrating Deepawali in the UAE and around the world. May this festival of lights bring happiness and peace to you and your loved ones and keep them safe forever. May the light in your hearts guide you on the path of harmony, compassion, and unity. Happy Deepawali!”
Australian Prime Minister’s Official Statement
Wishing a happy Festival of Lights to all those celebrating over the coming days. pic.twitter.com/7cAphPD2Cp
— Anthony Albanese (@AlboMP) October 30, 2024
Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joined in the celebration, posting, “Wishing a happy Festival of Lights to all those celebrating over the coming days,” along with an official statement.
Greetings from Israel’s Leaders
Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz reached out to his Indian counterpart, Dr. S. Jaishankar, wishing, “My friend @DrSJaishankar, I wish you and the people of India a #HappyDiwali2024! Israel and India share the values of democracy, freedom, and a vision for a brighter future. May this Festival of Light bring us all joy, prosperity, and peace.”
My friend @DrSJaishankar, I wish you and the people of India a #HappyDiwali2024! Israel and India share the values of democracy, freedom, and a vision for a brighter future. May this Festival of Light bring us all joy, prosperity, and peace 🇮🇱🇮🇳.
दीपावली की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ! pic.twitter.com/ANiBGlcnbg
— ישראל כ”ץ Israel Katz (@Israel_katz) October 31, 2024
Following this, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sent his Diwali greetings to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating, “I wish my dear friend Prime Minister of India @narendramodi and all the people of India a happy Diwali! The friendship between our two nations is deep and shall continue to flourish.”
I wish my dear friend Prime Minister of India @narendramodi and all the people of India a happy #Diwali!
The friendship between our two nations is deep and shall continue to flourish.
— Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) October 31, 2024
A Time for Unity and Celebration
These messages from global leaders emphasize the universal spirit of Diwali, celebrating light, unity, and the triumph over darkness. As the festival continues, the warm sentiments shared by leaders across the world resonate with millions, reinforcing the festival’s significance in promoting peace and harmony among nations.
