Bollywood could not have dreamt up a better opening, a practising Hindu of Indian heritage stepping into No 10 during Diwali. Rishi Sunak may have always believed he was destined to be Prime Minister, but the timing was extraordinary as he lit clay candles in Downing Street to kick off the festival of lights.
Diwali is when Hindus, Sikhs and others pray to Lakshmi, the goddess of good fortune. Sunak had plenty to thank her for, but the focus is meant to be on seeking her blessing and support for a prosperous year ahead. That did not go so well as energy, fuel and food prices went through the roof.
