India, Dec. 10 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, has expressed delight over UNESCO's decision to inscribe Deepavali on the Intangible Cultural Heritage list. He stated that this global recognition is a profound moment of pride for every Indian.
In a social media post, the Vice-President said that Deepavali is not merely a festival, but a civilisational phenomenon that unites the nation and resonates across the world. He noted that the festival embodies India's multiculturalism, pluralism, and social unity, while conveying a timeless message of hope, harmony, and the triumph of light over darkness and Dharma over Adharma.
Shri C.P.Radhakrishnan extended his warm congrat...