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New Delhi, Aug 19: The Vice President of India, Shri M. Hamid Ansari has extended his greetings and good wishes to the citizens of our country on the joyous occasion of Id-ul-Fitr. In his message he has said that this festival signifies the traditional expression of fraternity and brotherhood across the country and marks the culmination of the holy month of ‘Ramzan’. He wishes that this festival may unite all humanity in a common bond of understanding and inspire all to work tirelessly towards building a harmonious, peaceful and prosperous society.
Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh has greeted the nation on the joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
In a message, the Prime Minister said that the Festival of Eid is an occasion for happiness and is marked by the spirit of brotherhood and sacrifice. “May Eid this year further strengthen our cultural bonds and bring peace and prosperity to all,” the PM Dr. Singh added.
Governor Gurbhachan Jagat said in a message, “I heartily greet our Muslim brethren and all the people of Manipur on the auspicious and joyous occasion of “Id-ul-Fitr”.
The month-long fasting before this Holy Festival is an exhortation to mankind to perform deeds of high value, because, in doing so, the excellence of our soul is enhanced. The Holy Festival spreads the message of peace, brotherhood and universal love which is the prerequisite during the present period of disarray.
In celebrating a festival like “Id-ul-Fitr” the foundation of oneness gets strengthened and all ill-will is forgotten and forgiven. Human beings inhabit a single planet and the whole world is one famiJy. On this auspicious occasion, as recipients of God’s love, we should resolve to condition our social demeanour so as to preserve and disseminate the message of peace, friendship and universal love.
Chief Minister, O Ibobi said “I convey my warm greetings and good wishes to the people of Manipur, especially our Muslim brethren on the joyous occasion of Id-Ul-Ftr.
Id-Ul-Ftr marks the end of Ramzan. The fasting observed during Ramzan reaffirms the spirit of charity and generosity and highlights the feelings of empathy for the poor and the deprived. May the noble ideals of Id-Ul-Ftr enrich our lives with peace, prosperity and harmony and unite us all in the spirit of universal brotherhood of all humanity.
Major General UK Gurung, YSM, IGAR (South) and all Ranks of Assam Rifles extend very warm greetings and Sincere good will to the people of Manipur on the auspicious occasion of “IDU’L FITR”. May this festival herald an era of peace, progress and prosperity in the region and enhance the spirit of unity, Cohesiveness and brotherhood amongst the warm and friendly people of all the communities in the State of Manipur.
The GOC, Red Shield Division, Maj Gen Binoy Poonnen, VSM extended his warm greetings and sincere goodwill to the people of Manipur specially the Muslim brethren on the auspicious occasion of “Id-ul-Fitr” and also expressed confidence that this festival would herald in peace and prosperity in the state.
The Revolutionary People’s Front greeted the Muslim brethrens on the eve of the Id festival.
30 Assam Rifles of 9 Sector under HQ IGAR (S) organised an IFTAAR Party at Chingmeirong on 19 Aug 2012 celebrating the last day of the Holy Ramadan month. Invitees from the varied walk of life joined Muslim brethren in breaking the Ramdhan fast. Commandant 30 Assam Rifles welcomed the guests on behalf of the unit. The Iftaar get-together began with a short recital of verses from the Quran by Kazi of Hazir Leikai Masjid, Kairang and offered ‘Maghrib’ prayers. Speaking on the occasion, Commandant said that the idea of purification and austerity behind the fasting ritual is beyond the folds of Islam. In fact the focus on core values, noble thoughts and good will during the Ramadan month are beyond the religious and the spiritual practices and extended to the idea of universal solidarity and relationship based on peace .
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