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Strengthen our bonds this Diwali: Bainimarama

October 18, 2017 8:36 pm

Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama in recognition of the spiritual holiday Diwali, called on the public to strengthen our bonds as one Fijian family.

In his Diwali message to the nation, Bainimarama said the religious holiday serves as a time for reflection and self-improvement.

Bainimarama said Fiji as a nation is blessed with many cultures and religious traditions.

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He said all across the nation, Fijians are lighting candles and setting off fireworks to commemorate this important national holiday and, more importantly, spending time with their families and loved ones to reflect and celebrate the joy and goodness of life.

Bainimarama said our acceptance and our unity, as one nation and one people are our greatest strengths, and those values will continue to carry Fiji to even greater heights in the years ahead.