KUALA LUMPUR:Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin hopes that Hindus in the country will still celebrate Deepavali joyously tomorrow by complying with the stipulated standard operating procedure (SOP) although the country is still struggling with the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Prime Minister, in wishing all Hindus a very Happy Deepavali, invited all Malaysians to respect and appreciate the diversity that exists in the country by sharing in the joy of the celebration.

“Malaysians are lucky because our country comprises multi-cultural and multi-religious communities. Each race has its own culture, tradition and customs, which is a source of strength for us as a plural country that is peaceful, harmonious and united,” he said.  

He said this in his address in conjunction with the Deepavali celebration that was posted on his official Facebook page today.

The Prime Minister urged Malaysians of all races to work together to tackle the tough challenges the country is facing.

-- BERNAMA