President greets people on Parsi New Year,Navroz

President, Vice President and Prime Minister have greeted people on the occasion of Parsi New Year, Navroz. In his message, President Pranab Mukherjee said, the Parsi community of India has played a major role in the building of the nation and contributed immensely to development of the country in various spheres, including industry, commerce, trade and education. 

The President said, Navroz festival signifies the coming of the new and passing of the old. He called upon people to spread goodwill on this



day and work hard to make the nation united, secure and prosperous. 

In his message, Vice President Hamid Ansari said, the festival of Navroz which is celebrated with traditional fervour and gaiety reflects the spirit of fraternity and compassion. He hoped that the auspicious occasion will bring amity, prosperity and happiness in people's lives.

In a tweet, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoped that in the coming year there will be an abundance of happiness, success and good health.