President, PM extend Eid Wishes

By A Staff Reporter

Kathmandu, May 3: President Bidya Devi Bhandari has extended her best wishes to all Nepali Muslim brothers living home and abroad on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr on Tuesday. Issuing a greeting message, President Bhandari wished for the happiness, peace and prosperity of all the followers of Islam in home and abroad. She also said that Eid helped strengthen the culture of tolerance and cooperation in the diverse Nepali society.

The tradition of giving alms on Eid, receiving blessings from elders and exchanging happiness reflects the strong human aspect inherent in Nepali culture, she said. 

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has also wished the Muslim community on the occasion.

Calling religious and cultural diversity the nation’s treasures, Prime Minister Deuba said that it was everyone’s common responsibility to protect and nurture such priceless property. 

In his message, PM Deuba informed that the state had adopted a policy of protection, development and promotion of the nation’s culture and traditions.

He also expressed confidence that the festival of Id would inspire all to preserve and promote our festivals and way of life.