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UAE President sends Diwali greetings

Sunday, 12 November 2023 15:31

By ARN News Staff

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UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has extended his best wishes to all those celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights, both in the UAE and across the world.

In a post on social media platform X, the President said "may the year ahead bring peace, health and happiness to all."

Diwlai greeetings were also offered by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. 

His Highness, in a post published on X, wished those celebrating a prosperous and joyful festival.

More than a billion Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists around the world are celebrating Diwali, which lasts five days, with the main celebration occurring on the third day. This year, Diwali is being observed on Sunday, November 12.

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