Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday expressed his gratitude to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for extending Diwali greetings, highlighting the strong bond between India and Israel.
In a heartfelt response, PM Modi said on X, “Thank you, my dear friend, for your warm Diwali greetings. I also extend my heartiest wishes on your birthday. Wishing you good health and success. May India-Israel Strategic Partnership continue to flourish in the years to come.”
The warm exchange comes as no surprise, given the robust relationship between the two nations. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took to social media to extend his Diwali wishes to PM Modi and the people of India, saying, “Wishing my friend @narendramodi & the people of India a very Happy #Diwali! May the Festival of Lights bring hope, peace & prosperity to your great nation. Israel & India stand together. Partners in innovation, friendship, defence and a brighter future.”
The India-Israel partnership has been growing steadily with both nations collaborating in areas such as defense, innovation, and technology. The strategic partnership has been instrumental in fostering economic and cultural ties between the two countries.
Diwali, the festival of lights, is a significant occasion in India, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. World leaders, including US President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, extended their greetings to India on this occasion