Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday extended warm greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Adha being observed tomorrow.
In his message, the Lieutenant Governor said Eid-ul-Adha celebrates the spirit of sacrifice, unity and brotherhood and serves as a reminder for humanity to embrace the eternal values of love, compassion and forgiveness. He prayed that the festival ushers in joy, peace and prosperity in everyone’s life.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, in his message, conveyed heartfelt felicitations to the people of Jammu and Kashmir and beyond. He said Eid-ul-Adha symbolizes the spirit of sacrifice, compassion, generosity and obedience to the will of Almighty Allah.
Recalling the supreme sacrifice of Hazrat Ibrahim (Peace be upon him) and the unwavering obedience of his son Hazrat Ismail (Peace be upon him), the Chief Minister said the occasion teaches humanity the values of faith, devotion, patience and submission to the command of Allah. He added that their exemplary legacy continues to inspire people to uphold righteousness, selflessness and compassion in their lives.
The Chief Minister expressed hope that the festival would further strengthen the bonds of brotherhood, communal harmony and mutual respect among people. He also urged people to remember the underprivileged and needy during the celebrations and share the joy of the occasion with them.
Both the Lieutenant Governor and the Chief Minister prayed for peace, prosperity and wellbeing of the people and wished that Eid-ul-Adha brings happiness and blessings to every household.
