‘Triumph of good over evil’: PM Modi extends Vijayadashami greetings; Full story here

PM Modi also paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on the occassion of Gandhi Jayanti, recalling his extraordinary life. He remarked that Bapu showed how courage paired with simplicity could become a powerful tool for transformative change.

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended warm wishes to the nation on the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami. He urged people to draw inspiration from the festival emphasising the message of righteousness prevailing over falsehood and evil.

PM Modi on X wrote, "Vijayadashami is a symbol of the victory of good and truth over evil and untruth. My wish is that on this sacred occasion, everyone receives the inspiration to continuously progress on the path of courage, wisdom, and devotion."

Extending his best wishes, he added, "My warmest greetings of Vijayadashami to my family members across the country."

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Vijaya Dashami celebrates the triumph of good and righteousness over evil and falsehood. May courage, wisdom and devotion always guide our paths.

Wishing my fellow Indians a happy Vijaya Dashami.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 2, 2025

Tribute to Mahatama Gandhi

PM Modi also paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on the occassion of Gandhi Jayanti, recalling his extraordinary life that changed the course of history. He remarked that Bapu showed the world how courage paired with simplicity could become a powerful tool for transformative change.

UP CM Yogi greets the nation

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also conveyed his greetings through a message on X. "Heartfelt congratulations to all devotees and the people of the state on the great festival of Vijayadashami, the sacred symbol of the eternal victory of truth, the righteous path, values, good conduct, and eternal principles!" he said in a post on X.

सत्य, सन्मार्ग, संस्कार, सदाचार और सनातन मूल्यों की शाश्वत विजय के पावन प्रतीक महापर्व विजयादशमी की सभी श्रद्धालुओं एवं प्रदेश वासियों को हार्दिक बधाई!

प्रभु श्री राम की कृपा से हर हृदय धर्म और सत्य के आलोक से आलोकित हो।

सियावर रामचंद्र की जय pic.twitter.com/WM4uCbiSpv

— Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) October 1, 2025

"May every heart be illuminated by the light of righteousness and truth through the grace of Lord Shri Ram", he further added.

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Rajnath Singh to celebrate Dussehra with soldiers

Meanwhile, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is in Bhuj and will celebrate Dussehra and Vijayadashami with the soldiers. Extending his greetings on Vijayadashami, Singh called it a festival that symbolises the victory of good over evil, truth over falsehood, and righteousness over injustice.

"Wars are not won by weapons alone, but by discipline, morale, and constant readiness. Embrace new technologies, make training an integral part of your routine, and prepare yourself for every situation," Singh said.