New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday greeted citizens on the eve of harvest festival Onam and Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi, the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
In a message, she said Onam is an occasion to express gratitude to nature on arrival of the new harvest.
“Onam celebrates our rich culture and spirit of brotherhood. It promotes unity in diversity. Boat races, folk dances, music and sports are important traditions associated with this festival. They showcase the culture and values of Keralam,” President Murmu said.
The president prayed that this auspicious festival brings happiness, peace, good health and prosperity to all, and inspire the citizens to contribute to the nation’s progress, according to a statement issued by her office.
“On the auspicious occasion of Onam, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all citizens, especially the brothers and sisters of Keralam living in India and abroad,” she added.
In another message, President Murmu said the festival of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi is an occasion to recall the preachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
“His teachings inspire us to follow the path of pious conduct and dutifulness. May the noble ideals of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) inspire us to contribute actively towards building an inclusive and developed India,” the president said.
She extended warm greetings and best wishes to all fellow citizens living in India and abroad, especially the Muslim brothers and sisters, on the auspicious occasion of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi.
