'Aashirwad Ka Diya' Celebrations

Name: 'Aashirwad Ka Diya' Celebrations
Start: 2026-09-17
End: 2026-09-17
Location: Republic of India

The 'Aashirwad Ka Diya' Celebrations is a nationwide event organized by the BJP to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 76th birthday on September 17. It features the lighting of thousands of earthen lamps (diyas) at prominent locations and heritage sites across India to highlight his service to the nation.

Date: Sep 17, 2026
Location: Republic of India

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Highlights

Lighting of thousands of earthen lamps (diyas)
Aarti performance on Shipra River in Ujjain
Blood donation camps

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) orchestrates the 'Aashirwad Ka Diya' Celebrations across India on September 17, coinciding with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 76th birthday. This cultural event is designed to honor PM Modi's contributions and public service, acknowledging his 13 years as Gujarat's chief minister and 12 years as prime minister.

As part of the celebrations, thousands of earthen lamps (diyas) are lit at significant sites nationwide. Notable locations mentioned include Rashtra Prerna Sthal in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, and Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, where an aarti was performed on the banks of the Shipra River. Similar lighting events are also held in Kolkata, West Bengal, and various other parts of the country. Beyond lighting ceremonies, some regions like Jharkhand also organize related programs such as blood donation camps.

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