President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday conveyed warm Christmas greetings to citizens across the country, highlighting the festival’s enduring message of love, compassion, peace and social harmony.
In a message shared on the social media platform X, President Murmu extended her heartfelt wishes to all citizens, with a special mention of the Christian community.
She described Christmas as a festival that spreads joy and enthusiasm while reminding humanity of the sacrifice made by Lord Jesus Christ for the welfare of all.
The President noted that the occasion inspires people to strengthen values such as peace, equality, harmony and service in society.
She urged citizens to follow the path shown by Jesus Christ and work collectively towards building a more compassionate and harmonious social order.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also took to X to share his Christmas greetings. Wishing people a joyous celebration, he said the festival reflects peace, compassion and hope. He added that the teachings of Jesus Christ continue to reinforce harmony and unity within society.
Both leaders emphasised that Christmas transcends religious boundaries and offers universal lessons relevant to contemporary times.
Celebrated annually on December 25, Christmas marks the birth of Jesus Christ and symbolises hope, forgiveness, love and peace.
While rooted in Christian faith, the festival has evolved into a global celebration embraced by people from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds.
Across the world, Christmas brings families together and encourages acts of kindness and generosity. Traditions such as decorating Christmas trees, exchanging gifts, singing carols and participating in community gatherings reflect the spirit of togetherness and goodwill.
Historically, December 25 was chosen by early Christians to coincide with winter festivals observed in ancient Rome, such as Saturnalia.
By the 4th century, Christmas gained formal recognition as a Christian festival. Over time, regional customs blended with religious practices, shaping the celebrations seen today.
In modern times, Christmas stands not only as a religious observance but also as a cultural festival promoting universal values of love, peace and mutual respect across communities worldwide.
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