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Imphal, Aug 8 : The Vice President of India M. Hamid Ansari has greeted the citizens on the joyous occasion of Id-ul-Fitr, which marks the culmination of the holy month of Ramzan. In his message he has said that the festival celebrated with gaiety and piety all across the country reinforces the timeless message of universal brotherhood, love and compassion.
The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, has greeted the people on the joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
Governor of Manipur in a message said, “I extend my warmest greetings to our Muslim brethren and all the people of Manipur on the auspicious and joyous occasion of “Id-ul-Fitr”.
This Holy Festival preceded by a month long fasting, not only spreads the message of peace, brotherhood and universal love but also exhorts mankind to perform deeds of high value to enhance our souls. The message is most relevant in the present world, where there is turmoil in many parts of the globe.
Celebrating a festival like Id-ul-Fitr strengthens the feeling of oneness and ill-will is forgotten and forgiven. I would like to remind that we human beings inhabit only one planet and the whole world is a single family. We cannot leave the planet and survive elsewhere. On this auspicious occasion, as recipients of the love of God, let us all resolve to work together to preserve and disseminate the message of peace, friendship and love.
I join the people of Manipur in the celebration of the Holy Festival of Id-ul-Fitr.
CM said in a message, “I convey my warm greetings and good wishes to the people of Manipur, especially our Muslim brethren on the joyous occasion of Id-Ul-Fitr.Id-Ul-Fitr marks the end of Ramzan, the holy month of fasting. The Festival highlights the spirit of sacrifice and the joy of sharing and reflects the true spirit of our composite culture. May the festival spread peace, tolerance and harmony among all.
I once again greet the people of Manipur and wish everyone Id-Mubarak.
Major General Rajeev Chopra, IG AR (South) and all Ranks of Assam Rifles extend warm greetings and sincere goodwill to the people of Manipur on the auspicious occasion of IDU’L FITR. IG AR (South) also conveys his earnest message of peace, harmony and unity on this joyous occasion. We wish that the goodwill and harmony will bring us all together irrespective of caste, colour, creed and faith.
Living up to the spirit of Ramzan, 40 AR of HQ 9 Sect AR under the aegis of IGAR(S) conducted an Iftaar Party at Lilong COB. Iftaar is one of the religious observances of Ramzan and is often done as a community, with people gathering to break their fast together. Iftaar marks the end of fast by practicing Muslims who abstain from food, water and sensual pleasures from sunrise to sunset.
Approx 120 people attended the celebration in Lilong COB of 40 Assam Rifles where a sumptuous feast was organised. Commandant, 40 Assam Rifles, attended the function and exchanged good wishes with all present and reminded that feeding Iftaar as a form of charity is rewarding and such was practiced by the Prophet Muhammad. All prominent members of the civil society in Lilong were also present on the occasion.
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