The Deepavali greeting message issued by him further states the following:

Deepavali is celebrated as a noble festival that symbolizes the dispelling of darkness by the arrival of light, the triumph of good over evil, and the emergence of knowledge and wisdom as ignorance is cast away. By reminding us of such noble human qualities as faith, love, peace, brotherhood, and humanity, this festival inspires new aspirations and hopes in the lives of all. Sri Lanka is a nation where people belonging to diverse ethnicities, religions, languages, and cultures live together. The diversity of our country is our strength. A peaceful and prosperous society—and nation—can only be built if we live with mutual understanding and a spirit of brotherhood, while appreciating the cultural values and traditions of every religion.

The light symbolized by the festival of Deepavali should not be confined merely to the lighting of lamps in homes and on the streets. It must also serve as the light of social transformation—a light that dispels the darkness of poverty, inequality, discrimination, and injustice within our society. The true joy of such festivals can only be experienced by all when economic security, a life of dignity, equality, and happiness are ensured for every family.

Today, Sri Lanka is moving toward new social and economic transformations. The national vision of the National People's Power (NPP) government—'A Prosperous Country – A Beautiful Life'—aims to build an economically strong nation and create a society where every citizen can live happily, with dignity, security, and equality.

Public support and contribution are essential for the government's initiatives aimed at achieving goals such as eradicating poverty, ensuring an honest administration free from corruption and fraud, providing equal rights and opportunities for all, securing the future of the youth, and freeing society from the menace of drugs.

In particular, building a healthy, drug-free society along with enhancing the skills and capabilities of the younger generation through education, sports, and creative pursuits forms the foundation for a prosperous future.

As we embark on the journey to rebuild the nation, it is a timely necessity for all people to work together, transcending differences of race, religion, or language. Only through mutual trust, unity, dedication, and collective effort can we create a prosperous Sri Lanka where equal rights and opportunities are available to all.

May the light kindled during this Deepavali festival bring happiness and contentment to every home; may it also dispel the darkness within our society, serving as a beacon that inspires new hope and positive change! May the support and contribution of all our people serve as a source of strength as we journey toward realizing our national vision: 'A Prosperous Nation – A Beautiful Life.'

I extend my heartfelt Deepavali greetings to all Hindu devotees living in Sri Lanka and across the globe.