President Pranab, Vice President Hamid greets citizens on Christmas

New Delhi: President Pranab Mukherjee has greeted citizens on the eve of Christmas.

In his message, the President has said, “On the joyous occasion of Christmas, I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to all fellow citizens, especially our Christian brothers and sisters.  I wish everyone a merry Christmas.

As we light the candles for Christmas this year, let us rekindle in our minds and hearts the teachings of love and compassion of Lord Jesus Christ.  May the spirit of caring and sharing pervade our beings.  Let us on this day resolve to apply the divine teachings of Lord Jesus in our daily lives.  Let us strive ceaselessly for peace on earth and goodwill among men”.

Vice President M Hamid Ansari also has conveyed his warm greetings and best wishes to all our citizens on the auspicious occasion of Christmas. In his message, he has said that as we celebrate the birthday of Lord Jesus Christ, let us commit ourselves to his noble message of peaceful coexistence, universal brotherhood and love and compassion for all.

Following is the text of Vice President’s message :

“I convey my warm greetings and best wishes to all our citizens on the auspicious occasion of Christmas.

As we celebrate the birthday of Lord Jesus Christ, let us commit ourselves to his noble message of peaceful coexistence, universal brotherhood and love and compassion for all.

May the festival bring peace, prosperity and happiness for all.”