New Delhi: President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended their greetings to the nation on the occasion of birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Devji.
Asserting that Guru's universal vision and humanism have been inspiration for all, President asked people to strengthen the bonds of togetherness.
"Universal vision & humanism of Guru Nanak Devji have been an inspiration to people everywhere. Let us all unite to bring happiness in the lives of the suffering & strive for the betterment of humanity," he said.
Mukherjee asked all to endeavour to follow the Guru's profound teachings and work to strengthen the bonds of togetherness.
In a series of tweets, the President conveyed wishes to fellow citizens in India and abroad on the Guru's birth anniversary.
The Vice President M Hamid Ansari has greeted the people on the auspicious occasion of the Birth Anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji.
In a message, he said that Guru Nanak’s virtuous life and divine teachings forever inspire us to follow the path of truthfulness and have compassion for all humankind irrespective of caste, creed or religion.
Following is the text of Vice President’s message:
“I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to the people of our country on the auspicious occasion of the Birth Anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji.
Guru Nanak Dev Ji is an icon of truth, compassion and righteousness. His virtuous life and his divine teachings forever inspire us to follow the path of truthfulness and have compassion for all humankind irrespective of caste, creed or religion.
On this joyous occasion I pray for harmony and peace in our country.”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also greeted everyone, on the auspicious occasion of Gurupurab.
"Gurupurab wishes to everyone. The inspiring teachings of the venerable Guru Nanak guide us in creating a prosperous and harmonious society", the Prime Minister said.
