New Delhi, 08 November (H.S.): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), India head coach Gautam Gambhir, star batter Virat Kohli and International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah extended Diwali greetings on Sunday, sharing messages of love, happiness, positivity and togetherness on the festive occasion.

The five-day Diwali celebrations began with Dhanteras on November 6, followed by Chhoti Diwali on November 7. The main festival of Diwali and Lakshmi Puja are being celebrated on November 8. Govardhan Puja will be observed on November 10, followed by Bhai Dooj on November 11.

The BCCI conveyed its festive wishes through its official account on X, posting, “Wishing everyone a very Happy Diwali.”

India head coach Gautam Gambhir also shared a special message on X, combining his Diwali wishes with a reference to the spirit of Indian cricket. He wrote, “We play to win BIG – a billion hearts! Happy Diwali to everyone.”

Star batter Virat Kohli extended his greetings through an Instagram Story, wishing people and their families happiness, prosperity and positivity. His message read, “May this festival of lights bring happiness, prosperity and plenty of positivity into your life. Wishing you and your family a very Happy Diwali.”

ICC Chairman Jay Shah, who previously served as BCCI secretary, also took to X to extend his wishes. He expressed hope that the festival would strengthen everyone's commitment to building a future filled with peace, progress and prosperity, and wished everyone a very Happy Diwali.

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh also shared his festive greetings on X. He wished that every home would remain filled with love, every heart with happiness and every life with moments worth cherishing. He further wished everyone and their loved ones good health, peace and countless reasons to smile.

Former England batter Kevin Pietersen also extended Diwali wishes to his Indian friends and followers. Sharing his message, he said, “Happy Diwali to all my wonderful friends on this joyous occasion! I hope you all have a wonderful celebration filled with love, laughter and fun.”

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar