New Delhi [India], October 18 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday highlighted the special excitement of Diwali among the people of the national capital, asserting that when a 'Sanatani government' assumes power, the festival's grandeur and divinity become unparalleled.

She said that if Diwali is celebrated in Delhi, then it becomes the festival of the nation's capital.

'Delhi's Diwali is the Diwali of the nation's capital, and it should be celebrated, seen, and felt. When a Sanatani government comes to power, its grandeur and divinity are unique. Today, everyone in Delhi, regardless of age, gender, or social status, is happy. They celebrate Diwali because of PM Modi's GST savings,' CM Rekha Gupta said.

She further noted that the citizens of Delhi had been missing the true spirit of festivals like Diwali and Chhath Pooja for several years. Praising the upcoming Deepotsav celebrations, she stated that millions of diyas would illuminate Kartavya Path, showcasing unmatched grandeur and divinity.

'The Delhi government's GST credit, firecracker permits, preparations for Chhath at the Chhath Ghat, and event management for the youth. These are all festivals that Delhi has missed for years. But not anymore. Now, Delhi will live freely, celebrate its festivals with joy, and express its happiness. Delhi will witness grandeur and divinity when millions of diyas will be lit on the Kartavya Path. May that light keep Delhi and our country illuminated forever,' Rekha Gupta said.

Earlier today, the Delhi CM announced that the government will organise the 'Deepotsav' programme at Kartavya Path starting from 6 pm. The event will feature the lighting of 1.51 lakh diyas, accompanied by Ram Katha recitations, a drone show, and various cultural performances.

In a post on social media platform X, the Delhi CM described the programme as a cultural awakening of Hindu festivals and called it a moment of resurgence of faith, self-pride, and eternal tradition.

'From 6 PM this evening on Kartavya Path. A grand chain of 1.51 lakh lamps, along with Ram Katha, a drone show, and cultural performances, Delhi is celebrating its first divine 'Deepotsav'. This event is a cultural awakening of our Hindu festivals; it is a moment of the resurgence of faith, self-pride, and eternal tradition. Let us become witnesses to this historic moment,' Rekha Gupta wrote on X. (ANI)