New Delhi: Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and others on Sunday extended their warm wishes to the people especially the Muslim brethren on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha, also known as Bakri Eid.
"My warm greetings on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Adha. Celebrated with traditional fervor and gaiety, Eid-ul-Adha epitomises the spirit of sacrifice and devotion to God. It is an occasion to ‘share and care’ and show compassion towards the needy and poor," the VP said in a series of tweets.
He expressed hope that the festival will strengthen the spirit of unity and brotherhood in society by bringing people closer to one another.
"May the noble ideals associated with Eid-ul-Adha enrich our lives with peace and harmony, and bring prosperity to our country," Naidu said.
Former Congress president Rahul Gandhi in a tweet wrote, "Eid Mubarak! May the auspicious occasion of Eid-Al-Adha usher in the spirit of togetherness and bring peace, prosperity and happiness for all." (UNI)
