New Delhi: President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the nation on the first day of the new year on Friday and expressed hope that the "country will march ahead with renewed energy to achieve the common goal of our nation's progress." "May the spirit of hope and wellness prevail," wished PM Modi on Twitter. "Wishing you a happy 2021! May this year bring good health, joy and prosperity. May the spirit of hope and wellness prevail," the prime minister tweeted. Wishing you a happy 2021! May this year bring good health, joy and prosperity. May the spirit of hope and wellness prevail.- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 1, 2021