Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao on Wednesday greeted the people, especially Christians, on the occasion of Christmas to be celebrated across the world on Thursday.
In his message, the Chief Minister said that Christmas symbolises peace, love, affection and brotherhood among human beings. He appealed to people to believe that "service to humanity is service to God" and practise it.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu too extended his greetings to members of the Christian fraternity.
The Chief Minister said, "Right from the radiance of the twinkling Christmas tree to the thoughtful gifts beneath it; and from the fun associated with Santa's stealthy way of making everyone happy to the wonderful carols and songs people sing; there is something beautiful about this day."
He described Christmas as a festival of love, fulfillment, togetherness and joy.
"I hope you celebrate the festival with fervour and gaiety, and wish that you spread the cheer of this season and also be part of the development of the new State of Andhra Pradesh," the Chief Minister said. (INN)