AS the Diwali festival highlights harmony and unity among diverse religious communities in Myanmar, all members of the Hindu community come together to participate in the festival, marking a significant milestone.
The light from oil lamps dispels darkness in society, symbolizing the arrival of good fortune while casting away negativity and fostering anticipation. This interpretation captures the essence of the festival as a source of strength and empowerment for all. Therefore, it is believed that Hindus beautifully illuminate their temples and homes with oil lamps during this occasion, embracing their traditions to gain vitality and inspiration in their lives.
This year, the Diwali festival celebration was unlike any previous year, as it was joyfully organized on a grand scale, bringing together all Hindu religious groups, social organizations, and followers in Myanmar. People from other faiths also joined in the festivities. Hindus participated in the lighting festival in harmony with all ethnic groups across the nation, fostering peace, unity, and fraternity.
All citizens of Myanmar, regardless of their ethnic or religious differences, have grown up together in the same homeland. Therefore, it is vital that they respect each other’s beliefs. In the spirit of unity, they must work towards the interests of Myanmar through mutually beneficial relationships. As everyone shares the same land, water, and air, it is essential to cultivate a love for the country and embrace the spirit of togetherness to live peacefully. By doing so, the various communities in Myanmar can foster harmony, unity, and peace, paving the way for the nation’s prosperity.
Despite the differences in religions and ethnicities, all people in Myanmar must unite to guard against external instigation related to political, racial, and religious issues. It is essential that everyone focuses on actions and commitments that serve the interests of the State and the entire populace. By doing so, the country can return to the path of democracy as swiftly as possible.
Everyone must consider the potential negative consequences of actions taken by both external and internal forces that do not prioritize the interests of the people who are striving for a peaceful, stable country with food security. Therefore, everybody needs to make concerted efforts to build a modern, developed nation without following actions of disunity among all national races and various communities while initiating a Union based on democracy and federalism.
