New Delhi. The festival of Diwali was celebrated with great pomp all over the world including India. Diwali celebrations were special this year, where people decorated their homes with lamps, rangoli, and lights, while most of the markets were also lively with purchases of sweets, clothes, and gifts in full swing. On the occasion of Diwali, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the countrymen and said that this festival is a symbol of the victory of goodness and knowledge. He expressed hope that this Diwali will bring happiness and prosperity in everyone’s life. Special fireworks were organized at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi, which were done with eco-friendly firecrackers, so that pollution can be controlled.
Emphasis was laid on environmental protection in Diwali
This year’s Diwali, emphasis was also laid on environmental protection. In many cities, the administration appealed to use smokeless firecrackers, and people also followed it. Moreover, at many places the local residents took the initiative to light up the lamps and celebrate the festival in traditional ways. On this occasion of Diwali, the security forces also maintained their vigilance and deployed at various places to keep the festival peaceful and safe. Special arrangements were made. This Diwali, giving the message of prosperity, happiness and cultural unity, everyone across the country celebrated this festival together and wished each other.