KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak on Monday extended greetings to Tamils, Malayalees and Sikhs who celebrate their respective new year tomorrow.
"I would like to wish you a wonderful and prosperous New Year and hope that the well-being of Malaysia and its people are in your prayers," he said in his 1Malaysia website.
Najib said the celebrations reminded him of the tremendous value of the country's diversity.
"I would be remiss not to acknowledge the various forms of this harvest and new year celebration observed by diverse ethnic groups within the Indian community.
"As I understand, this auspicious time of year is feted by different names, but the goal remains the same: to pray for a bountiful year and continued prosperity. At the same time, spiritual practices must be coupled with concerted efforts and actions to ensure valuable returns.
"Therefore, whether you observe it as Vaisakhi, Vishu, Puthandu or Varusha Pirappu, Rongali Bihu, or Naba Barsha, I wish everyone a wonderful celebration and a rewarding year ahead. Have a joyous festival!" he added.
Tomorrow, the Tamils celebrate "Varusha Pirappu", the Malayalees "Vishu" and the Sikhs "Vaisakhi".
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