On October 20, 2026, India celebrated Vijayadashami, a festival that marks the triumph of good over evil, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi extending warm wishes to the nation. The festival holds profound significance in Indian culture, symbolizing the victory of righteousness over injustice and the power of faith and hope in the face of adversity. In his message, Prime Minister Modi emphasized the festival's power to renew strength in people's resolutions and aspirations.
Prime Minister Modi's wishes resonated with the spirit of the occasion, as he expressed hope that the festival would bring happiness, success, and victories to everyone's lives. "I wish for your lives to be filled with happiness, success, and victories. May this festival of victory, hope, and faith give new strength to each of your resolutions," Modi conveyed in his message. This sentiment was echoed by President Droupadi Murmu, who also extended her wishes on the occasion, highlighting the festival's emphasis on the path of righteousness and justice.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hails the annual Vijayadashami address delivered by RSS Sarsanghchalak Dr. Mohan Bhagwat in Nagpur during the organization's Shatabdi Varsh (Centenary Year) Shri Vijayadashami Utsav. Taking to X, PM Modi wrote, "A very motivating address by Param Pujya Sarsanghchalak Dr. Mohan Bhagwat Ji during the Shatabdi Varsh Shri Vijayadashami Utsav in Nagpur. He has spoken at length on a wide range of issues, including national progress and social unity, the need for self-reliance ,and to strengthen the character of society. Particularly noteworthy was his emphasis on the commitment to Seva and nnation-buildingthat is integral to every RSS Swayamsevak. He also spoke about the Panch Parivartan and how these can contribute meaningfully to positive social change."
Vijayadashami celebrations across India included various traditional observances that reflect the festival's cultural richness. Among these were Saraswati Puja, which honors the goddess of knowledge, and Aayudha Puja, a ritual that pays respect to tools and instruments of one's livelihood. These traditions underscore the festival's connection to education, skill, and the divine blessings that accompany human endeavor. Particularly significant was the emphasis on education for children, a central aspect of Vijayadashami celebrations that reinforces the value placed on learning and moral development in Indian society.
As the festival unfolded, it brought with it a sense of renewal and fresh beginnings.
The festival's essence was further articulated by Jana Adhikari Murmu, who highlighted its deeper philosophical meaning. "Vijayadashami day proclaims the victory of goodness over evil and the victory of dharma over adharma," Murmu stated, using Sanskrit terms that respectively mean righteousness/unrighteousness. This powerful message of moral victory resonates particularly strongly during Vijayadashami, commemorating the triumph of good over evil that has been celebrated across the Indian subcontinent.
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As the festival unfolded, it brought with it a sense of renewal and fresh beginnings. The timing of Vijayadashami marks a transition—a moment to reflect on the past and set intentions for the future. Prime Minister Modi's reference to "new strength for each of your resolutions" captured this transitional quality, positioning the festival not just as a commemoration of past victories but as an inspiration for future endeavors.
Across India, the celebrations brought communities together in shared observance and festivity. The manifestations of Vijayadashami varied by region yet shared a common thread of celebrating moral and spiritual victory. The festival thus serves as both a religious observance and a cultural touchstone that reinforces shared values and collective identity.
New Delhi: Prime Minister #NarendraModi on Tuesday greeted people on the occasion of #Vijayadashami and prayed that the festival would enrich everyone's life with happiness, prosperity, and success. "Heartiest greetings of Vijayadashami to everyone. May this festival of victory, filled with joy and faith, empower everyone's resolve with renewed strength," Modi said in a post on X in Hindi. https://t.co/PNYDHs2cwd
As Vijayadashami 2026 concluded, the messages from national leaders left the nation with a sense of optimism and purpose. The festival's emphasis on victory, hope, and faith provided not just a moment of celebration but a framework for approaching life's challenges with renewed determination. In the words of Prime Minister Modi, the festival offered "new strength to each of your resolutions," a sentiment that encapsulates the enduring relevance of this ancient celebration in contemporary Indian life.