Lucknow, Oct. 20 -- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended Diwali greetings on Monday, describing the festival as a "beacon of hope" for the soul and a sacred symbol of the "eternal victory of truth".

"Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all of you on the grand festival of Diwali, the sacred symbol of the eternal victory of truth, the eternal righteousness, and positivity! The festival of lights is not merely a ritual of lighting lamps, but a beacon of hope in the soul, a pulse of harmony in society, and a resolve for national resurgence. May the grace of Lord Shri Ram and Mother Janaki illuminate not only our homes but also our hearts, and may the lamp of faith, enthusiasm, and zeal be kindled in everyone's life-...