The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee in his message on the eve of Milad-un-Nabi has said: -

"On the auspicious occasion of Milad-un-Nabi, the birthday of the Holy Prophet, I extend my heartiest greetings and best wishes to all my fellow countrymen, in India and abroad.

May the message of the Holy Prophet, inspire us to work towards universal brotherhood, compassion, tolerance and the well-being of all. Let us on this day recall the life and ideals of Hazrat Mohammed Saheb and re-dedicate ourselves to the service of humanity”.

This release issued at 1345 hrs.