The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee has extended his greetings and felicitations to the King and people of the Kingdom of Thailand on the eve of their National Day (December 5, 2015).

In his message toHis Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the King of the Kingdom of Thailand, the President has said, "On behalf of the Government, the people of India and on my own behalf, I have the pleasure to extend warm greetings and felicitations to Your Majesty and to the people of Thailand on the occasion of your National Day.

The civilisational ties between India and Thailand have blossomed into a robust and multifaceted relationship. I am confident that this relationship will further strengthen and expand in a wide range of areas for the mutual benefit of both nations.

Please accept, Your Majesty, my best wishes for your good health and personal well-being as well as for the progress and prosperity of the friendly people of Thailand”.

This Press Release issued at 1150 hrs.