by Punjabnewswire4u
CHANDIGARH, DEC 24
Punjab
Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal today greeted all the Punjabis
especially the Christian brethren on the occasion of Christmas.
In
his message, Mr. Badal said, “Christmas, the birth of Lord Jesus, being
celebrated across the globe is an extremely joyous occasion not only for
Christians, but the people of all faiths”. He said that the teachings of
peace, love, amity and compassion preached by Jesus Christ were still relevant
today in the present context. He said that these occasions also help in
strengthening the bonds of universal brotherhood and communal harmony besides
inspiring the people to dedicate themselves in the services of the mankind to
carve out an ideal society.
The
Chief Minister called upon the people of Punjab
to celebrate this festival collectively with traditional fervor and gaiety to
depict their deep sense of commitment towards secularism in line with the ethos
of “unity in diversity”.
Punjab
Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal said that Christmas carries the spirit
of brotherhood, peace and prosperity and called upon the people to make the
celebrations meaningful. He wished that may the Christmas fill our heart with joy, happiness and hope.
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