Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif greeting expatriates as well as Muslim world on Eidul Azha said festival symbolised spirit of sacrifice, equality and compassion.

“On blessed occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, I extend my heartiest greetings to Muslims in general and our overseas Pakistanis in particular who are celebrating this festival today,” he posted on Twitter. PM said Eidul Azha fostered unity by reducing socio-economic inequalities and created feelings of empathy and complete surrender before Allah Almighty.

He also said that true observance of ritual demanded Muslims adopt life of piety and cleanliness. Premier also prayed to God to bless followers with peace and prosperity.

Prime Minister Sharif is scheduled to offer Eidul Azha prayers at his Model Town residence. After sacrifice of animals, he will then head to Jati Umrah to offer prayers at his parents’ graves. Meanwhile, PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif offered Eid prayers in Dubai, UAE. Nawaz Sharif’s grandson Junaid Safdar and other family members also accompanied him for Eid prayer. 

Published in The Daily National Courier, June, 29 2023

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