Maharashtra Governor greets people on occasion of New Year

Mumbai: Maharashtra Governor K Sankaranarayanan has extended New Year greetings to the people of the state and the country.
"As the new year 2013 dawns, I extend my hearty greetings and good wishes to the people of Maharashtra and to the people of our country," the governor said in a message.

"Maharashtra is one of the most progressive and developed states in the country. We have an excellent opportunity to further build on our present strength by working for inclusive growth and sustainable development," he said.

Sankaranarayanan expressed hope that the New Year will bring peace, progress and prosperity to all. "May our beautiful state achieve continued progress and development in the New Year," he said.

PTI