Sri Lanka, Oct. 20 -- Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has issued a Deepavali message, emphasising that the festival's meaning of light overcoming darkness is particularly relevant this year as Sri Lanka begins to emerge from a difficult period of economic and social challenges.

In her 2025 message, Dr. Amarasuriya said the occasion comes with renewed hope and a firm resolve for progress.

The Prime Minister underscored the importance of national unity, reconciliation, and respecting the country's diverse cultures as essential elements for the nation's collective journey towards a more positive future.

The official message follows,

Felicitations Message for Deepavali

I wish to extend my greetings to all Hindus around the world, a...