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PM Modi reaches Himachal Pradesh to celebrate Diwali with security forces in Lepcha

Agencies | Last updated on - Apr 7, 2026, 14:22 IST
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​PM Modi celebrated Diwali with ITBP and Indian Army's jawans

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Lepcha village in Himachal Pradesh to celebrate Deepawali with the troops of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police and the Indian Army. (Source: X/ @narendramodi)

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'Unwavering courage', says PM Modi

PM Modi stated that the courage of our security forces is unwavering. He appreciated their sacrifice and dedication. He further said that India will always be grateful to these heroes who are the perfect embodiment of bravery and resilience. (Source: X/@narendramodi)

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Filled with deep emotion and pride: PM Modi

Prime Minister Modi on X said that celebrating Diwali security personnel in Himachal Pradesh has been an experience filled with deep emotion and pride. (Source: X/@narendramodi)



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Improved India's global image

"After Independence, these brave hearts (Army personnel) fought so many wars and won the country's heart...In the International Peace Mission, India's global image was improved because of them. Is there any such issue, to which our brave hearts have not provided solution?" says PM Modi. (Source: X/@narendramodi)

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'Places of deployment are like Temple'

Prime Minister Modi while addressing the troops said that the places of deployment of security forces are no less than a temple for him. (Source: X/ @narendramodi)

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Significant contribution in nation building

India's Army and security forces have constantly contributed towards nation-building," says PM Modi while interacting with Army jawans in Lepcha, Himachal Pradesh. (Source: X/@narendramodi)

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PM Modi has been celebrating Diwali with security forces since 2014

PM Modi has been celebrating Diwali with security personnel's since 2014. In 2014, PM Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with soldiers posted the at Siachen glacier. (Source: X/@narendramodi)

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PM Modi wished everyone a happy Diwali

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished everyone a happy Diwali on X. He tweeted, "Wishing everyone a Happy Diwali! May this special festival bring joy, prosperity and wonderful health to everyone’s lives." (Source: X/@narendramodi)

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Last year PM Modi celebrated Diwali with soldiers in Kargil

Last year, Prime Minister Modi celebrated the festival of lights with soldiers in Kargil and said Diwali means the "festival of end of terror." He also paid tribute to the Army personnel who lost their lives in the 1999 Kargil war. (Source: ANI)

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