Hyderabad, Nov. 7 -- Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla today extended Diwali greetings to the people of the state, calling upon them to celebrate the festival with love, compassion, service and mutual cooperation.
The Governor said the true spirit of Diwali lay not merely in lighting lamps at homes but also in bringing happiness and hope into the lives of others, particularly the poor and those facing distress.
The Governor and his wife Janaki Shukla celebrated advance Diwali with Lok Bhavan employees and their families here today evening.
They interacted with the staff, joined them in bursting firecrackers and distributed sweets and festive gifts.
Addressing the employees, Shukla said Diwali symbolised the victory of light over dar...