YSR greets people on Janmashtami

Monday, September 3, 2007, 23:02 [IST]

Hyderabad, Sep 3 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Rajasekhara Reddy today extended his warm greetings to the people of the state on the eve of Janmashtami.

In his message, Dr Reddy said the birth of Lord Krishna stood as symbol of universal love, selfless service and spiritual maturity in the mainstream of life.

''The eternal values preached by Lord Krishna in ''Bhagavad Gita'' are very much significant and relevant to every generation since the times immemorial,'' he added.

Dr Reddy hoped the festival would strengthen the bonds of love and mutual understanding among the people and bring new cheer and prosperity in their lives.

UNI

Topics: FESTIVAL-JANMASHTAMI-YSR

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