President Pranab Mukherjee, Vice President Mohd Hamid Ansari and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have extended greetings on the eve of Mahavir Jayanti. Mr Mukherjee in a message said let us on this day resolve to spread Bhagwan Mahavira’s teachings of ahimsa, compassion, love and right conduct far and wide, within our country and across the world. He said may this festival inspire all of us to adopt non-violence in our thought and life.
Vice President Mohd Hamid Ansari said let us commit ourselves for building a peaceful, harmonious and just society.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, let us all the pure thoughts and ideals of Lord Mahavir and reaffirm our commitment towards a harmonious and peaceful society.