As the glow of lamps and lights fills homes and balconies across India. From UAE’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed to Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, world leaders and foreign dignitaries have extended warm wishes to the Indian community celebrating Diwali worldwide with joy and festivity.
Australian Prime Minister highlights positivity
In his Diwali message, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasised the festival’s universal message of hope and renewal.
“As you gather to celebrate the great festival of lights, may this special time uplift you with hope for a bright future. May it be an absolutely wonderful celebration,” he said.
Happy Diwali. pic.twitter.com/Ty6aHXDsmA
— Anthony Albanese (@AlboMP) October 19, 2025
Sheikh Mohammed wishes peace and prosperity
Dubai’s ruler and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, conveyed heartfelt wishes to Indians celebrating Diwali.
“Warmest wishes and greetings to those celebrating Diwali in the UAE and around the world. May this festival of lights bring peace, safety, and prosperity to you and your loved ones. Happy Diwali,” he said.
Warmest wishes and greetings to those celebrating Diwali in the UAE and around the world. May this festival of lights bring peace, safety, and prosperity to you and your loved ones. Happy Diwali!
— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) October 19, 2025
Singapore Prime Minister shares message of hope
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong extended his greetings through a video post on X (formerly Twitter), highlighting the deeper meaning of the festival.
“Light over darkness. Hope over fear. As we count down to Deepavali, we celebrate not just the lights that fill our homes, but the meaning they carry in our hearts. Wishing everyone a bright and meaningful Festival of Lights ahead,” he said.
United Nations wishes a safe and joyous Diwali
The United Nations joined in celebrating the festival, posting on X, “During Diwali – the festival of lights celebrated in India and by followers of many faiths around the world – clay lamps are symbolically lit. We wish a happy and safe Diwali to all those celebrating.”
Iranian embassy extends warm greetings
The Iranian embassy in India expressed its heartfelt wishes, saying, “We extend our warmest greetings and best wishes to the people and Government of India on the joyous occasion of Diwali. May this festival of lights bring peace, prosperity, and happiness to the people of India and strengthen the bonds of friendship between our two nations.”
Former Israeli Ambassador joins in celebrations
Naor Gilon, former ambassador of Israel to India, also wished Indians a joyous festival through X, writing, “Happy Diwali. Wishing my Indian ‘extended family’ a festival of lights glowing with love and laughter. May the divine light of Diwali fill your life with peace, prosperity, and endless joy.”
