Prez extends greetings to Rwanda on eve of their National Day

President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday extended his greetings and felicitations to the Government and people of Rwanda on the eve of their National Day.

"On behalf of the Government, the people of India and on my own behalf, it gives me immense pleasure to convey to you and to the Government and people of the Republic of Rwanda, my warm greetings and felicitations on the occasion of your National Day," said President Mukhjerjee in message to his Rwandan counterpart Paul Kagame.

"As Rwanda commemorates the 21st year of the genocide, India stands with the people and the Government of Rwanda in their efforts to build a harmonious society based on democracy, peace and justice for all its people," he added.

The President said that India and Rwanda enjoy warm and friendly relations which are reflected in our close bilateral relationship and co-operation in regional and international fora, adding that he is confident that the close partnership between our two countries will further strengthen in the years ahead to our mutual benefit.

"Please accept, Excellency, my best wishes for your personal well-being as well as for the progress and prosperity of the friendly people of the Republic of Rwanda," he added.