OREANDA-NEWS. The Vice President of India Shri M. Hamid Ansari has conveyed his warm greetings to the citizens of our country on the joyous occasion of Makar Sankranti and Pongal. In his message, he has said that the festivals, associated with the harvest season, and celebrated with gaiety and enthusiasm all across the country, symbolize the unity in diversity of our country.

Following is the text of Vice President’s message :

“I convey my warm greetings to the citizens of our country on the joyous occasion of Makar Sankranti and Pongal.

The festivals, associated with the harvest season, and celebrated with gaiety and enthusiasm all across the country, symbolize the unity in diversity of our country.

May the festivals bring prosperity, happiness and harmony in everyone’s life.”