President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have called on the nation to recommit to the values of brotherhood and sacrifice as Pakistan celebrates the holy festival of Eid-ul-Adha on Monday.
President Asif Ali Zardari’s Message of Compassion
In his Eid message, President Zardari emphasized the importance of sharing the joy of Eid with those who are unable to celebrate due to financial constraints. “I pray to Allah Almighty to shower His blessings and mercy upon the entire Muslim ummah, particularly Pakistan,” he said.
Prime Minister Shehbaz’s Call for Brotherhood
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted that Eid-ul-Adha is an occasion to unite people and strengthen the bonds of brotherhood and fraternity. He urged Pakistanis to support the less fortunate, making them part of the collective celebration. “We pray for our Palestinian and Kashmiri brothers and sisters who are bravely facing brutal foreign occupation but remain steadfast in their struggle to achieve their right of self-determination,” PM Shehbaz added. “May we all embrace the true essence of this auspicious day, fostering unity and embodying the spirit of sacrifice.”
Military Leadership’s Tribute to Martyrs
Additionally, the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) and services chiefs extended warm felicitations to all Pakistanis. “This sacred event embodies the spirit of sacrifice for the greater good. On this auspicious day, we are indebted to our martyrs and ghazis for the independence and peace which prevail in the country, and pay tribute to their ultimate sacrifices,” the Inter-Services Public Relations stated in a press release.
The day began with special prayers in mosques for the well-being of the Muslim Ummah and progress. Following Eid prayers, Muslims will perform the traditional sacrifice of animals, honoring the Sunnah of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS).
