I extend my warm greetings to the people of Andaman and Nicobar Islands on the auspicious occasion of ‘Deepawali’.
This festival symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance. On this festive occasion, let people resolve to light the lamps of love and righteousness while promoting amity, social harmony and mutual brotherhood in the Islands.
I appeal to all the Islanders to celebrate this festival while adhering to COVID appropriate behavior.
On this occasion, Iwishe that the festival brings happiness, prosperity, progress and our Islands continue to steer ahead on the path of peace and sustainable development.
Admiral D K Joshi
PVSM, AVSM, YSM, NM, VSM, (Retd.)
Lt. Governor, A & N Islands
& Vice Chairman, Island Development Agency
