The occasion of Eid Milad-un-Nabi (peace be upon him) is being observed nationwide with utmost religious fervor, devotion, and reverence. The roads and alleys of Pakistan are adorned with vibrant green lanterns, and numerous structures are illuminated with lamps.
Eid Milad-ul-Nabi Celebrations
The joyful commemoration of the revered birth of the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) is marked with great zeal worldwide. In Pakistan, people also make special preparations to honor this day.
Mosques, residences, workplaces, localities, edifices, thoroughfares, and markets everywhere are embellished with exquisite banners and electric lights.
At the commencement of the day in Lahore Cantt, a 21-gun tribute was discharged at the Ayub Stadium, during this event, the ambiance resounded with the boom of artillery and the rallying cries of the military personnel, Takbeer Allahu Akbar.
At the onset of the day, supplications were extended for tranquility, safeguarding, and steadiness in the nation.
In his statement on the observance of Eid Milad-ul-Nabi, the Head of the State, Dr. Arif Alvi, expressed that the existence of the Prophet Muhammad, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, serves as a manifestation of submission to Allah, equity and fairness, and benevolence and affection for mankind, which are ever-present and all-encompassing.
Prime Minister Anwar Haq Kakar, in his Eid Milad-ul-Nabi message, emphasized fostering brotherhood among Muslims and those of diverse faiths. He urged to illuminate our path with the teachings of the Prophet (PBUH) and emulate his life. He hailed the Prime Minister as a beacon of compassion, tolerance, and love. Salam’s conduct and deeds stand as a shining example for all of us.
On the celebration of 12 Rabi-ul-Awwal, appealing replicas of various sacred sites, including Masjid-e-Nabawi, are displayed on the streets and highways of the city, accompanied by festivities. Those who purchased the ornamental pieces expressed their intention to continue illuminating lamps like this for the remainder of their lives on the occasion of Eid Milad-ul-Nabi Celebrations.
During Eid Milad-ul-Nabi, a large pot of kheer was prepared in Gujranwala, and the festivities are being observed with great religious fervor in Hyderabad and Sukkur as well.
Speaking at the Rehmat-ul-Lameen conference arranged by the Awqaf Department concerning Eid Milad-ul-Nabi in Lahore, Acting Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi stated that we are followers of the Prophet, we will not lose hope, Pakistan will surely progress.
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He mentioned that the doctrines advocating the ruin of the nation are distant from the Prophet’s teachings.
Mohsin Naqvi emphasized that safeguarding the lives, possessions, and rights of diverse religious communities residing in the country is the government’s responsibility.
On the contrary, Majlis-e-Wahdat Muslimin Raja Nasir Abbas has also declared to commemorate 12th to 17th of Rabi-ul-Awwal with harmony and solidarity and stated that anti-Pakistan elements are attempting to provoke conflict amongst us, we must foil these schemes.
He emphasized that the Muslim Ummah is grappling with numerous challenges, the spirit of togetherness must be bolstered for the safeguarding of Pakistan and the Ummah, endeavors to instigate disorder in Pakistan by exploiting religious sentiments are underway, the nation will collectively thwart these plots.