Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: KEEPING up his annual tradition of celebrating Diwali with the Indian armed forces, Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the festival of lights this year with the Navy personnel onboard INS Vikrant, off the coast of Goa and Karwar. As he interacted with officers and sailors of the Indian Navy, PM Modi called it a “special Diwali on the seas.”
Prime Minister had an extensive set of engagements on board the indigenously built aircraft carrier. He toured the flight deck, surrounded by MiG-29K fighters, and witnessed an air power demonstration showcasing the jets’ day and night operations. PM Modi also attended a cultural programme in which Navy personnel performed songs, including the one especially composed to commemorate the success of Operation Sindoor.
“People love celebrating Diwali with their families. And so do I, which is why every year I meet our Army and security personnel who keep our nation safe,” said PM Modi as he interacted with the crew. “Happy to be among our brave naval personnel on the western seaboard off Goa and Karwar on Indian naval ships with INS Vikrant as the flagship,” he added.
The PM also joined the crew and their extended families for a traditional Bara Khana dinner, and participated in a morning yoga session on the ship’s deck.
