President of India’s Message on the Eve of Independence Day of Malta

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee has extended his greetings and felicitations to the Government and the people of the Republic of Malta on the eve of their Independence Day (September 21, 2015).

In his message toHer Excellency Ms. Marie Louise Coleiro Preca, the President of the Republic of Malta, the President has said, "On behalf of the Government and the people of India and on my own behalf, I extend to you and to the friendly people of Malta my heartiest felicitations on the occasion of your Independence Day.

India and Malta have always shared warm and friendly relations. I am confident that in the coming years, the relationship between our two countries will be further strengthened for the mutual benefit of our peoples.

I take this opportunity to convey my best wishes for your personal health and well being and for the continued progress and prosperity of the friendly people of Malta.”

This Press Release issued at 1430 hrs.