KUALA LUMPUR: Cabinet ministers and deputy ministers have extended Deepavali greetings, calling on the public to use the Festival of Lights to strengthen bonds of friendship and harmony, while prioritising safety.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil hoped the celebration would bring goodness and happiness, while reminding the public to exercise caution when travelling.
"Happy Deepavali to everyone celebrating. May the light of the festival bring hope, goodness and happiness to every family. Stay safe on the roads. Deepavali Nal Valthukkal,” he said in a Facebook post.
Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir called on those celebrating Deepavali to strengthen family ties, foster closer relationships among neighbours and nurture the spirit of brotherhood.
He also urged the public not to forget those in need so that the joy of the festival could be shared by all, while extending special greetings to Higher Education Ministry staff celebrating the occasion nationwide.
Meanwhile, Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching hoped the celebration would continue to foster the spirit of unity in diversity, which was the cornerstone of the strength of Malaysians.
She also reminded those travelling back to their hometowns to exercise caution on the roads. - Bernama
