The Vice President of India, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu has greeted the people on the auspicious occasion of ‘Navroz’ the Parsi New Year. In a message, he said that Navroz symbolizes the spirit of fraternity, compassion and respect for all. The Parsi community has made an invaluable contribution to nation-building in various fields, he added.

Following is the text of Vice President’s message:

“My warm greetings to the people of our country on the auspicious occasion of ‘Navroz’ which marks the beginning of the Parsi New Year.

Celebrated with traditional fervor and gaiety, Navroz symbolizes the spirit of fraternity, compassion and respect for all. The Parsi community has made an invaluable contribution to nation-building in various fields, Dadabhai Naroji (freedom fighter), JRD Tata (industry), H.J. Bhabha (nuclear scientist) and Zubin Mehta (music maestro) to name a few are among the several stalwarts who contributed to India’s growth and glory.

May this auspicious occasion bring peace, prosperity and happiness in our lives.”

 

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