Jammu, Nov 7 (KNS): Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday extended greetings to people on the eve of Diwali, expressing hope that the festival would bring peace, prosperity and happiness to every household.

In his message, the Lieutenant Governor said Diwali symbolises the eternal victory of light over darkness, virtue over vice and justice over injustice.

"On the auspicious occasion of Deepawali, I extend warm greetings and best wishes to all," Sinha said.

He called upon people to use the occasion to reaffirm their commitment to compassion, solidarity and the welfare of those in need.

"Let us rededicate ourselves to bringing happiness and prosperity into the lives of all citizens, spreading the warmth of compassion and solidarity," he said.

The Lieutenant Governor also urged people to extend support to the less fortunate and prayed for the blessings of Maa Lakshmi, Bhagwan Ganesh and Prabhu Shri Ram upon every household.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, in a separate message, greeted the people of Jammu and Kashmir and those celebrating Diwali across the country and abroad.

He said the festival of lights represented the triumph of good over evil and the victory of truth and righteousness.

The Chief Minister said Diwali carried a message of hope, harmony and compassion while reinforcing the values of unity and mutual respect that define India's cultural diversity.

"May the festival of Diwali illuminate every home with happiness and usher in peace, prosperity and progress in Jammu and Kashmir and across the country," Omar said.

Both leaders expressed hope that the festival would strengthen the spirit of togetherness and bring joy and prosperity to people across the Union Territory. (KNS)