President of India’s Message on the Eve of Republic Day of Italy

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee has extended his greetings and felicitations to the Government and people of the Republic of Italy on the eve of their Republic Day (June 2, 2015).

In his message toHis Excellency Mr. Sergio Mattarella, the President of the Republic of Italy, the President has said, "On behalf of the Government, people of India and on my own behalf, it gives me great pleasure to convey to you and to the people of the Republic of Italy warm greetings and felicitations on the occasion of your Republic Day.

Bilateral ties between our two nations are rooted in strong foundations of shared values, democracy and pluralism and we look forward to advancing our partnership in various areas of mutual interest.

Please accept, Excellency, my best wishes for your good health and personal well being and for the continued progress of the people of the Republic of Italy”.

This Press Release issued at 1145 hrs.