Tirunelveli, Dec. 21 -- Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president MK Stalin extended Christmas greetings to people across the state, saying that the festival instils hope and leads society towards peace and happiness, while asserting that the spirit of brotherhood and rational thinking has always been the defining identity of Tamil Nadu.

Addressing a gathering in Tirunelveli on Saturday, the Chief Minister said that Christmas is not confined to a single religion and is celebrated by people of all faiths by exchanging greetings and spreading goodwill.

"Christmas is a festival that instils hope. It is a celebration that leads us towards peace and happiness. That is why people of all religions extend Christmas greetings," he said.

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