President of India’s Message on the Eve of National Day of Ghana

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee has extended his greetings and felicitations to the Government and people of the Republic of Ghanaon the eve of their National Day (March 6, 2016).

In a message toHis Excellency Mr. John Dramani Mahama, the President of the Republic of Ghana, the President has said, "On behalf of the Government, the people of India and on my own behalf, it gives me great pleasure to convey to you, to the Government and the people of the Republic of Ghana warm greetings and felicitations on the occasion of your National Day.

Our two countries enjoy warm and friendly relations. Our engagement has expanded steadily in recent years, particularly in the areas of trade and development cooperation. Your participation in the Third India-Africa Forum Summit, held recently in New Delhi, provided a valuable opportunity to both sides to discuss ways to further strengthen our multi-faceted engagement.

Please accept, Excellency, my best wishes for your personal health and well-being, as well as for the progress and prosperity of the friendly people of the Republic of Ghana”.

This Press Release issued at 1200 hrs.