Urges people to light a diya in honour of the country’s soldiers, armed forces personnel and police personnel this Diwali
Appreciates the contribution of sanitation workers, saying their hard work keeps Delhi clean and beautiful, says respecting and thanking them is our responsibility
New Delhi, November 2026 : Delhi Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta extended her warm wishes to all residents of the city on the auspicious occasion of Diwali, wishing them happiness, prosperity, well-being and a fulfilling life. She said Diwali is a festival of joy, light and spending time with loved ones. People are able to celebrate the festival peacefully and happily with their families because lakhs of soldiers remain deployed round the clock to guard the country’s borders. Their dedication and vigilance allow people to celebrate festivals in a safe environment.
The Chief Minister said that on this auspicious occasion, people must also remember the brave soldiers and security personnel who continuously perform their duties to protect the country and society. She urged Delhiites to light a diya in their homes in honour of the country’s soldiers, armed forces personnel and police personnel. The diya, she said, would symbolise respect, gratitude and a sense of belonging towards those who put their duty above everything else, even during festivals.
The Chief Minister also specially acknowledged the contribution of Delhi’s sanitation workers. She said that while the entire city is immersed in festive celebrations during Diwali, sanitation workers continue to work with dedication to keep Delhi clean and beautiful. Their hard work and commitment help maintain the cleanliness and beauty of the national capital. Extending Diwali greetings to all sanitation workers, she expressed her gratitude and said their contribution deserves respect and appreciation.
CM Rekha Gupta said Diwali in Delhi is special because of the city’s diversity and cultural unity. People from different states and cultural backgrounds come together in the national capital to celebrate the festival with enthusiasm and joy. Delhi’s cultural diversity and spirit of collective celebration make this auspicious occasion even more special.
Extending her Diwali greetings once again, the Chief Minister wished that the festival would bring happiness, peace, prosperity and positivity to every household. She said the true message of Diwali is to strengthen the values of mutual respect, love, cooperation and gratitude. On this occasion, she urged people to remember and acknowledge the contributions of their families, the soldiers guarding the country, the police personnel protecting the city and the sanitation workers keeping Delhi clean.
