India, Aug. 24 -- The Government of India issued the following news release:

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has extended warm greetings on the sacred occasion of the Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji.

The Prime Minister said the timeless teachings of the Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji continue to illuminate lives across the world, reminding us of the values of compassion, humility and service. He added that these teachings inspire humanity to strengthen the spirit of unity and harmony.

Shri Modi expressed the hope that we may always walk the path of wisdom shown by the Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji and strive to build a better planet.

The Prime Minister said in a X post;

"Warm greetings on the sacred occasion of the Parkash Purab ...