New Delhi, Nov. 8 -- Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday urged residents to light a diya in honour of the country's soldiers, armed forces personnel and police personnel this Diwali, while expressing gratitude to sanitation workers for their contribution to keeping the national capital clean.

Extending Diwali greetings to Delhiites, Gupta wished happiness, prosperity, well-being and a fulfilling life to residents. She said people were able to celebrate the festival peacefully with their families because lakhs of soldiers remained deployed round the clock to guard the country's borders.

The Chief Minister said people should remember the soldiers and security personnel who continue to perform their duties to protect the country and...