PM Modi Celebrates Diwali with Soldiers at Sir Creek Border
Prime Minister Narendra Modi continues his tradition of spending Diwali with Indian armed forces, visiting the challenging terrain of Sir Creek in Gujarat.
- PM Modi, dressed in Army uniform, visited BSF, Army, Navy, and Air Force personnel in the Sir Creek area of Kachchh, Gujarat, for Diwali celebrations.
- The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of the soldiers' role in ensuring national security and peace, reflecting the gratitude of 140 crore Indians.
- Sir Creek, located at the border with Pakistan, is known for its inhospitable conditions, with extreme temperatures and challenging terrain.
- This visit is part of a decade-long tradition by PM Modi, who has celebrated Diwali with soldiers in various strategic locations since 2014.
- The visit coincided with National Unity Day, marking Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary, and included a tribute at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat.