Speaking in the House of Representatives at its last sitting before the Hindu festival of lights on November 5, she said Divali symbolises the best practice, goodness, decency, humility, equity, tolerance and justice. She said it is central not only to devotees of the Hindu faith but all in this God-fearing nation.
"In a marked way it affirms our country's devotion and commitment to integrity, probity and fair play," she said, adding: "May the significance of Divali guide us each day."
Opposition Leader Keith Rowley said he wanted to associate himself with the Prime Minister's sentiments, noting that it was not often that Trinidad and Tobago acknowledges its strength and character as a nation.
"We are a multicultural, multi ethnic people, living in peace and harmony and we can be proud that every year we can celebrate these festivals as national festivals," Rowley declared.
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