While speaking to the Jawans, the PM hailed the Indian army for guarding the borders of the country and said that the nation is proud of the strength and bravery of their soldiers.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, November 14 celebrated Diwali with the Indian army at the Longewala in Jaisalmer.
While speaking to the Jawans, the PM hailed the Indian army for guarding the borders of the country and said that the nation is proud of the strength and bravery of their soldiers.
He further said, "Whether you live on the snowy hills or in the desert, my Diwali is completed by coming between you. I see the beauty of your faces, see the happiness on your face, then I am doubly happy".
PM Modi called upon the youth of the country to build themselves for the army while adding that in recent times, many start-ups have come forward to cater to the needs of the forces.
The Prime Minister also spoke on the enhanced role of women in the Indian army and how the efforts are being taken to reduce dependency on imports of weapons.
In a veiled attack on China, PM Modi said that expansionist ideas of some countries are creating trouble for the entire world and India is confronting it with great strength.
Last year too the Prime Minister had visited Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district to celebrate Diwali with the army.
Take a look at some of the pictures of Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrating Diwali with jawans at Longewala in Jaisalmer...
1. PM Modi addresses soldiers at Longewala
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked the army for their valour and said that the nation is proud of the strength and bravery of the soldiers.
2. PM sends out a stern warning to enemies
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While addressing the soldiers, the PM sent out a stern warning to enemies and said that if anyone tries to test our capabilities, India will give an answer with equal force.
3. Modi stands tall with the soldiers
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PM Modi called upon the youth of the country to build themselves for the army while adding that in recent times, many start-ups have come forward to cater to the needs of the forces.
4. PM Modi says Diwali incomplete without meeting soldiers
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Modi expressed extreme happiness to be among the soldiers and celebrate Diwali with them. "Whether you live on the snowy hills or in the desert, my Diwali is completed by coming to meet you. I see the beauty of your faces, see the happiness on your face, then I am doubly happy," said the Prime Minister.
5. PM Modi sending out strong hints to rival countries
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During the address, PM Modi made a veiled attack on China and said that expansionist ideas of some countries are creating trouble for the entire world and India is confronting it with great strength.
