Vice President Greets People on Christmas The Vice President of India, Shri M. Hamid Ansari has greeted the people of our country on the joyous occasion of Christmas. In a message, he said that Christmas reaffirms our faith in the values of compassion and forgiveness taught by Lord Jesus Christ for the enlightenment of humanity. Following is the text of Vice Presidents message: I convey my warm greetings and best wishes to all our citizens on the auspicious occasion of Christmas - celebration of the birth of Lord Jesus Christ. Christmas reaffirms our faith in the values of compassion and forgiveness taught by Lord Jesus Christ for the enlightenment of humanity. May this festival bring peace, harmony and happiness in our lives."