New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan at the Vice-President’s residence on Saturday and exchanged Diwali greetings.
PM Modi shared details of the meeting in a post on X, saying he had met Radhakrishnan and exchanged festive greetings.
Earlier, the Prime Minister extended Dhanteras wishes to citizens, wishing them happiness, peace and good health. He also invoked the blessings of Lord Dhanvantari on the occasion.
Meanwhile, Ayodhya is hosting the 10th edition of Deepotsav on Saturday, a day ahead of Diwali. Vice-President Radhakrishnan is attending the celebrations and is scheduled to offer prayers at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple and participate in a symbolic coronation ceremony of Lord Ram.
More than 30 lakh earthen lamps are planned across 56 ghats along the Saryu river, including Ram Ki Paidi. The celebrations will also feature cultural performances by around 2,500 artists from India and abroad across 12 stages, along with a special drone show.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath welcomed the Vice-President, foreign diplomats and other guests to the celebrations, saying their presence would make the event memorable.
Deepotsav marks its 10th edition this year and has become a major annual cultural event in Ayodhya.
