Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Nainar Nagenthran on Saturday, 7 November 2026, extended Deepavali greetings to Tamil people across the world while embedding a pointed political warning in his festive message, alleging that domestic and foreign forces were attempting to destabilise India amid its rising global stature.

Festive Greetings and Cultural Significance

In a message posted on social media platform X, Nagenthran described Deepavali as a celebration of the triumph of righteousness over injustice and light over darkness. He said the festival symbolised the elimination of ignorance and the emergence of true knowledge, reflecting India's rich spiritual and cultural heritage.

The BJP state president highlighted traditional practices — early morning oil baths, wearing new clothes, bursting firecrackers, lighting lamps, and sharing sweets with relatives — as pillars that reinforce family bonds and showcase the country's cultural identity.

Praise for PM Modi and Viksit Bharat

Nagenthran used the occasion to commend Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, claiming India was witnessing a 'golden era' of development and growing international recognition. He said the country was advancing towards the goal of 'Viksit Bharat' under what he described as Modi's visionary stewardship.

He also specifically praised the Prime Minister's efforts to promote the Tamil language and the spiritual traditions of Tamil people, describing these contributions as historically significant.

Warning Against 'Destabilising Forces'

Beyond the customary goodwill, Nagenthran's message carried a sharp political edge. He alleged that certain elements — unable to tolerate India's growing economic strength and international influence — were organising what he called 'artificial protests' under the guise of democracy to disturb national peace and, he claimed, indirectly engineer a change of government.

Notably, the BJP leader declined to name any specific organisation or political party. He asserted that such attempts would ultimately fail before the collective resolve of India's 140 crore people. Drawing a metaphor from the festival itself, Nagenthran said that just as a small flame could dispel darkness, the unity and determination of Indians would defeat forces seeking to undermine national stability.

Support for Local Industries

Nagenthran also used his Deepavali message to call on people to celebrate the festival by supporting traditional industries and local livelihoods. He specifically urged the purchase of products from Tamil Nadu's firecracker manufacturers, weavers, and artisans, arguing that doing so would sustain traditional occupations and bring prosperity to thousands of families dependent on these trades.

Closing Remarks

Concluding his message, the state BJP chief expressed hope that righteousness would prevail over evil and that India's greatness would continue to shine globally. He reiterated his Deepavali greetings to Tamil people everywhere, calling for unity, prosperity, and the preservation of India's cultural traditions. The statement signals that the BJP's Tamil Nadu unit intends to frame cultural and national-security narratives together as the state heads deeper into an election cycle.