Sri Lanka, Nov. 8 -- Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has said that Deepavali provides an opportunity to overcome hatred, jealousy and ignorance while embracing wisdom, compassion and unity.

In her Deepavali message, she said the festival symbolises the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, while highlighting the importance of strengthening mutual understanding, harmony and solidarity among Sri Lanka's diverse communities.

She stressed the need to move forward as one nation, transcending ethnic and religious differences, while strengthening cultural bonds.

The Prime Minister also extended her wishes for happiness, peace, good health and prosperity to all Hindu devotees in Sri Lanka and across the world on the occasio...