Prime Minister Manmohan Singh today greeted the nation on the eve of Ganesh Chaturthi.

In his message, Singh said this festival, with a tradition rooted in the freedom struggle, inspired all to reaffirm the cherished values of brotherhood, unity and secularism.

"Ganesh Chaturthi inspires us to dedicate ourselves to the larger cause of nation building," he said. "May this festival bring joy, prosperity, peace and happiness to all," he added.