NEW DELHI, Nov 6 (IANS): President Pratibha Patil and Vice President Hamid Ansari Sunday greeted the nation on the eve of Eid-Ul-Zuha, saying the festival brings harmony, peace and happiness in our lives.
In her message, Patil said: "I express my warm greetings and best wishes to all my fellow citizens and to my Muslim brothers and sisters, in particular."
"May this unique festival strengthen the foundations of our national unity and harmony and inspire us to work for the well-being of human beings," she added.
Ansari said the festival highlights the virtues of sacrifice and inspires mankind for inculcating the spirit of compassion and love towards the downtrodden.
"May the spirit of this occasion bring harmony, peace and happiness in our lives," he said.
