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Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Tuesday congratulated all those celebrating Diwali in the UAE and around the globe.

“Congratulations to all of those in the UAE and around the world celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights, and may the year ahead be one of peace, prosperity and happiness for you and your families,” tweeted Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed.

Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed also tweeted his Diwali wishes in Hindi.

“संयुक्त अरब अमीरात और दुनिया भर के उन सभी लोगों को हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं, जो रोशनी का त्योहार दिवाली मना रहे हैं। आने वाला वर्ष आपके और आपके परिवारों के लिए शांति, समृद्धि और खुशियों लाए।”

Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid also conveyed his greetings on Twitter.

“On the behalf of the people of the UAE, we congratulate all those who celebrate Diwali. Wishing them a happy festival,” tweeted Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid.