Guv, RM and CM greet on Christmas
the goan network
PANAJi: The Governor Dr Mridula Sinha extended greetings and good wishes to the people of Goa, especially the Christian brethren on the occasion of Christmas. In her message the Governor
The Governor further said it is on auspicious occasions like Christmas that we should draw inspiration from the wise words of our saints, sages and philosophers whose life and work had a deep impact on our life. Although we are living in an age of science and technology, seemingly oblivious of our past, we have still our strong roots in the ancient wisdom of this holy land.
In her message the Governor said we celebrate with joy the birth of Lord Jesus Christ, who bestowed us with the eternal message of love, peace, tolerance, compassion and brotherhood and said the message of the Lord has the greatest relevance in today's world.
The Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar has also sent out his wishes on the occasion of Christmas.
In his message he said, "The birth of Christ represents peace, mercy, goodwill and above all, hope. This is what we mark today as we celebrate Christmas. This is also a time to remember people who will not be spending the festive season at home. Right now, our brave armed forces are doing their duty, around the clock - in the skies, on the seas and on the ground, helping to keep peace and responding to natural calamities. I wish everyone a happy Christmas."
The Chief Minister Laxmikant Parsekar too greeted on Christmas saying Christmas is being celebrated across the world with great joy and fervor. This occasion assumes significance to follow the principles and moral values preached by Lord Jesus Christ and to spread his glorious message of peace and love.
"Let us celebrate Christmas with gaiety and happiness to consolidate the bonds of unity, fraternity among people of different faith and to usher in peace, prosperity and progress in the New Year the chief minister added.
