President Droupadi Murmu has greeted the nation on the eve of Diwali. In her message, Ms Murmu said Diwali is a festival of happiness and joy.<br />''  <br />'' On the day of Diwali, people worship Goddess Lakshmi in their homes and pray for everyone's happiness and prosperity. She said the festival of Diwali is also an occasion to further strengthen the spirit of mutual cooperation and harmony.<br />''  <br />'' She added that the light of Diwali symbolizes the knowledge that dispels all the darkness of inner and outer ignorance. The President hoped that the spirit of helping the underprivileged grow deep in the minds of people and asked people to continue the tradition of 'Subh' and 'Labh'".<br />''  <br />'' Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has also greeted the nation on the eve of Deepawali. He said Deepawali signifies the advent of Ram Rajya, which is the ideal of benign, benevolent governance.<br />''  <br />'' He said the festival reaffirms belief in the virtuous life of Lord Ram. He hoped the festival of lights bring wisdom, piety, prosperity and peace into everyones lives.