Canada Prime Minister Called Out On His Diwali Wishes
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau decided to send out greetings this Diwali on social media. The Prime Minister posted a picture of himself in a black sherwani lighting a ceremonial lamp with the caption “Diwali Mubarak! We're celebrating in Ottawa tonight. #HappyDiwali!"
The city of Ottawa celebrated Diwali with the Prime Minister and Indian High Commissioner Vikas Swarup as members of the Indian crowds looked on.
Diwali Mubarak! We're celebrating in Ottawa tonight. #HappyDiwali!View on X
Although, it was a heartwarming gesture from the Canadian leader some felt otherwise. Twitter handles began correcting the Prime Minister on is choice of words.
It's not "Diwali Mubarak", it's "Diwali Ki Badhai" ... Correct it ..View on X
PM Justin, thanks for the Deepavali Greetings. Confirm w. @CanadainIndia, please amend your tweet. Nobody, but nobody, says "Diwali Mubarak"View on X
Thank you, Mr.PM. Its good to hear from a global icon. But it's either 'subh deewali' (Hindhi) or deepavali Vazhthukal(Tamil).View on X
While others supported Justin Trudeau and responded to his greetings with a smile.
You are awesome. Not sure why ppl getting offended by "Mubarak" Respect the sentiments behind, Mubarak just an Arabic word for blessingView on X
Mubarak is Urdu word and badhai is Hindi/Punjabi , they both mean the same. Give some cushion to a westerner ffs.View on X
Aapko bhi Diwali Mubarak!View on X
The ones correcting Trudeau are right in their own way but the Prime Minister was being genuine. It may not be the orthodox way of wishing but the action is what counts. We live in a world with hatred against religions and maybe Trudeau was trying to bridge that gap.
Diwali is a festival to spread joy and happiness. So, Happy Diwali to all and let's work towards a happy and friendly world.
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