Thiruvananthapuram | Keralam Governor Om Prakash Mathur and Chief Minister V D Satheesan on Sunday extended Deepavali greetings to the people of the state.

Mathur highlighted the festival's cultural and spiritual significance, saying it symbolised the triumph of light over darkness, wisdom over ignorance and hope over despair.

"Deepavali conveys a timeless message of harmony, compassion and togetherness. May its illuminating light fill every home with happiness, good health and prosperity, and guide our nation towards continued growth and unity," he said in a post on X.

Satheesan, in his post, described Deepavali as the light of hope, saying every lamp that dispels darkness also "lights the way towards a brighter tomorrow filled with goodness and hope".

"Deepavali is a celebration that illuminates our homes and hearts with love, happiness and togetherness. May our land shine brighter with the spirit of unity and brotherhood," he said.

He expressed hope that a renewed light of hope would glow in every heart and that the festival would inspire people to overcome life's challenges and move towards a brighter future filled with happiness, peace and prosperity.

"May love, compassion and the spirit of brotherhood always remain the brightest lights guiding people," he added.

State Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala, BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar and several other political leaders extended Deepavali greetings to the people of Keralam, as well.