Anwar extends Deepavali greetings, calls for stronger national unity
KUALA LUMPUR: The Deepavali celebration should serve as a platform to strengthen unity, bridge gaps between communities and foster values of compassion and concern for those in need.
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim utilized the occasion of Deepavali to encourage national unity and solidarity among the diverse communities comprising Malaysia. He emphasized that the celebration should serve as a catalyst for reinforcing values of mutual respect, understanding, and acceptance of differences.
In a Facebook post, Anwar conveyed his warmest wishes to all those partaking in the festivities, hoping it brings happiness, peace, and prosperity to all. He also urged Malaysians to channel the spirit of Deepavali, which embodies the triumph of light over darkness, goodness over evil, and the transformative power of knowledge to liberate humanity from ignorance and arrogance.
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