New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended Vijayadashami greetings to citizens across the country, wishing everyone happiness, prosperity and success.
In a post on X, Modi said the festival of victory, joy and faith should strengthen people’s resolve and enrich every life with happiness and prosperity.
आप सभी को विजयादशमी की अनंत शुभकामनाएं। उल्लास और विश्वास का यह विजय पर्व हर किसी के संकल्प को नई शक्ति प्रदान करे। सभी का जीवन सुख-सौभाग्य और सफलता से समृद्ध हो, यही कामना है।
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 20, 2026
President Droupadi Murmu also conveyed her wishes to Indians living in the country and abroad, highlighting the festival’s spiritual and moral significance.
On the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all Indians living in the country and abroad. https://t.co/9hBzqbkxnm
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) October 20, 2026
According to a Rashtrapati Bhavan press release, she urged citizens to uphold the values of morality and duty and contribute to building an inclusive society and a developed India.
Murmu said Vijayadashami symbolises Lord Ram’s victory over Ravana and represents the triumph of righteousness, Dharma and justice over Adharma and injustice.
She called on citizens to follow the noble ideals of Indian cultural traditions and work towards the vision of a Viksit Bharat, wishing everyone happiness, good health and well-being.
Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra, marks the culmination of Navratri and celebrates the victory of good over evil.
The festival is observed across India through prayers, cultural programmes and the symbolic burning of Ravana’s effigies.
The occasion also serves as a reminder to overcome negativity and address social evils such as addiction, caste-based discrimination and the dowry system.
