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Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai welcomes Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Bastar in a post on X on 8 November 2026. Sai says Modi’s decision to spend Diwali with troops honours their service and sacrifice. Photo via X.
In a message on X, the Chhattisgarh Chief Minister said spending the festival with security personnel recognises their sacrifices and lifts their morale.
Raipur: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Bastar in a post on X on Sunday, 8 November 2026. Sai said the Prime Minister’s presence among security personnel on Diwali was a tribute to those who serve away from their families during the festival.
“Your presence among our brave soldiers on Diwali honours their courage, sacrifice and dedication, and lifts their morale,” Sai wrote.
The Chief Minister said Modi’s affection for the people of Bastar and Chhattisgarh had been a source of encouragement. He also spoke of the changes he sees in Bastar, saying the region was moving beyond years of fear and violence towards peace, trust and development.
On behalf of the people of Chhattisgarh, Sai extended Diwali greetings to the Prime Minister and wished him good health. He expressed hope that the state would continue to receive Modi’s support and guidance.
