The President of India, Smt. Pratibha Devisingh Patil in her message on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, which is being celebrated tomorrow has said: -

"On the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, I convey my greetings and good wishes to all my fellow citizens.

May we all resolve to banish violence in thoughts, words and deeds and strive for the establishment of a compassionate and caring society".

This release issued at 1300 hrs.