US EditionNew Year 2026: PM Modi Extends Wishes – ‘Praying for Peace and Happiness in Our Society’
Leaders including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh wished for progress and harmony as nationwide celebrations followed safety measures by Bengaluru and Delhi police.
- Early on January 1, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended New Year greetings and prayed for peace, good health and happiness as India welcomed 2026.
- As the clock struck 12 in India, celebrations swept the country with fireworks, prayers and gatherings while Kiribati and New Zealand led midnight arrivals and Nadia saw `2026` balloons on Dec. 31, 2025.
- Bengaluru Police outlined a plan to secure busy spots including MG Road, Koramangala, Indiranagar, Whitefield, Neeladri Road and Electronic City, while Delhi Traffic Police announced special traffic arrangements from 7 pm on December 31.
- Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 50th PRAGATI meeting, reviewing five critical infrastructure projects spanning five states with a cost of over Rs 40,000 crore.
- An official release noted PRAGATI's ecosystem accelerated projects worth over Rs 85 lakh crore, while Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hoped 2026 brings `progress, harmony and unwavering national pride` and Rahul Gandhi also extended New Year wishes.
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PM Modi extends New Year 2026 greetings, prays for peace and happiness
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extends New Year 2026 greetings to citizens, wishing good health, prosperity and praying for peace and happiness in society.
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