New Delhi, Dec 24 (FN Agency) President Ram Nath Kovind, Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Friday extended their greetings to the countrymen on the eve of Christmas. In a message, the President said, “On the auspicious occasion of Christmas, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all the fellow citizens, especially our Christian brothers and sisters. This festival instills peace, harmony and compassion in the lives of people and also promotes unity and fraternity among members of the society. Jesus Christ’s message of love and compassion continues to inspire the entire humanity even today.”
On this occasion, let us resolve to build such a society that is based on the values of justice and liberty by adopting the ideals and teachings of Jesus Christ in our lives, he appealed. Extending his greetings, the Vice President said, “Christmas is a festival that reaffirms our faith in the values of love, compassion and forgiveness. As we celebrate the birth of Lord Jesus, let us cherish the values he symbolised. Let us be more considerate to those who are less fortunate and do our best to build a better world on the foundations of peace, tolerance and harmony.” May this Christmas bring boundless joy in our lives, Naidu added in his message. In a message, Birla said, “Merry Christmas. Let this festival of Christmas bring joy, peace and prosperity in the lives of everyone. Let all of us be guided on the path of harmony and brotherhood.”