NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday penned a letter to residents on the event of Diwalihighlighting the competition as a time of power, enthusiasm, and reflection on the nation’s achievements. In his message, he famous that that is the second Deepavali after the development of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and emphasised Lord Shri Ram’s teachings on righteousness and braveness in combating injustice. PM Modi referred to “Operation Sindoor” as a latest instance of upholding justice, including that the competition is especially particular this 12 months as lamps might be lit in lots of districts, together with distant areas, the place Naxalism and Maoist terrorism have been eradicated. He praised residents who’ve deserted violence and embraced growth, viewing it as a serious achievement for the nation.“I lengthen my heartfelt greetings to all of you on the auspicious event of Deepavali, a competition full of power and enthusiasm. That is the second Deepavali after the grand building of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Lord Shri Ram teaches us to uphold righteousness and likewise offers us the braveness to struggle injustice. Now we have seen a residing instance of this a couple of months in the past throughout Operation SindoorThroughout Operation Sindoor, Bharat not solely upheld righteousness but additionally avenged injustice,” he mentioned.“This Deepavali is especially particular as a result of, for the primary time, lamps might be lit in lots of districts throughout the nation, together with distant areas. These are the districts the place Naxalism and Maoist terrorism has been eradicated from the foundation. In latest occasions, we now have seen many people abandoning the trail of violence and becoming a member of the mainstream of growth, expressing religion within the Structure of our nation. This can be a main achievement for the nation,” he added. Highlighting latest financial reforms, the Prime Minister talked about the implementation of decrease GST charges throughout the “GST Bachat Utsav” (Financial savings Competition), which has helped residents save 1000’s of crores of rupees. PM Modi additionally underlined India’s rising international stature, describing the nation as a logo of stability and sensitivity and projecting it to quickly develop into the world’s third-largest economic system.As he highlighted India’s reforms, achievements and insurance policies, he added, “In a world going via a number of crises, Bharat has emerged as a logo of each stability and sensitivity. We’re additionally on monitor to develop into the third-largest economic system on this planet within the close to future.” Calling for collective duty, PM Modi urged residents to undertake Swadeshi merchandise, promote “Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat”, respect all languages, preserve cleanliness, prioritize well being, Cut back oil consumption, and embrace Yoga. He drew inspiration from Deepavali’s symbolism, saying, “when one lamp lights one other, its gentle does not diminish, nevertheless it grows additional,” and inspired spreading concord, cooperation, and positivity. “Allow us to undertake “Swadeshi” (native merchandise) and proudly say: “That is Swadeshi!” Allow us to promote the spirit of “Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat”. Allow us to respect all languages. Allow us to preserve cleanliness. Allow us to prioritize our well being. Allow us to scale back the usage of oil in our meals by 10% and embrace Yoga. All these efforts will quickly transfer us in direction of a “Viksit Bharat”, he mentioned. The Prime Minister additionally urged residents to contribute to constructing a “Viksit” (developed) and “Aatmanirbhar” (self-reliant) India.This comes a day after PM Modi celebrated aboard INS Vikrant with Navy personnel throughout which he witnessed MiGs in motion, singing applications and addressed armed forces.