Prime Minister celebrates Diwali with Kovind, recalls Advani’s legacy

New Delhi, November 8 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the Diwali festival by meeting former President Ram Nath Kovind and his family on Sunday. The Prime Minister wished them a joyous Diwali, emphasizing the festival’s theme of triumph of light over darkness.

Modi’s X post confirmed the meeting and expressed optimism for a bright future for all Indians during the festive period.

On the same day, the Prime Minister visited L. K. Advani’s home to honor the leader’s entry into his 100th year. Modi authored a detailed piece on Advani’s political journey – from surviving the trauma of Partition, rebuilding his life, fortifying the Jana Sangh, creating the BJP, resisting the Emergency, to leading the historic Somnath‑Ayodhya Rath Yatra.

He also highlighted Advani’s love for literature, culture, cinema, and his reputation as a distinguished writer, underscoring the multifaceted impact of the veteran politician.