PM Modi to celebrate Diwali with security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to celebrate Diwali with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region. The announcement was made via a social media post, as he journeyed to Bastar, declared Naxal-free by the government in May 2026. Modi expressed his intention to honor the bravery and selflessness of the security personnel during his visit.
The Prime Minister noted that Bastar was once plagued by Naxalism but is now experiencing development. He pledged to pay tribute to the soldiers' sacrifices, service, and devotion to the nation. On November 8, 2026, Modi reiterated his plans to celebrate with the security forces, continuing the tradition of commemorating Diwali alongside them.
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