Sherathang, Oct. 20 -- Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur on Monday celebrated Diwali with Army personnel at Sherathang area near the India-China Border in Sikkim.

During the celebration, Governor Mathur distributed sweets and exchanged wishes with them.

Speaking with the media, the Sikkim governor extended Diwali wishes to all the people of the state.

"I wish all the people of Sikkim a very Happy Diwali. I am happy that I got a chance to be here on the auspicious occasion of Diwali. I met the soldiers of three units in Nathang. It was my wish to celebrate Diwali with the soldiers on the border instead of going home. I pray to God that this Diwali brings peace and prosperity in the lives of people of India," he said.

Earlier today, Pri...