Eid Milad-un-Nabi Celebrated Across Pakistan With Religious Zeal
Eid Milad-un-Nabi was celebrated across Pakistan on Wednesday with great fervor and devotion, as people marked the birth anniversary of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) through prayers, Milad gatherings, processions, and programs that highlighted his message of peace, love, brotherhood, tolerance, and compassion.
The occasion, observed on 12th Rabi-ul-Awwal, 1448 AH, was declared a nationwide public holiday by the government. The day began with special prayers after Fajr for the unity of the Muslim Ummah and the progress and prosperity of Pakistan. Gun salutes were also fired to mark the auspicious event.
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif extended their greetings and best wishes to the nation and the Muslim world. Religious scholars, political leaders, and government representatives called for following the teachings and Sunnah of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) in daily life.
Across the country, streets, roads, mosques, public buildings, and homes were adorned with green flags, banners, colorful lights, and other decorations. Special security arrangements were made to ensure a peaceful celebration.
Milad processions were organized by religious organizations, Milad committees, government departments, and community groups in major cities and towns. Seminars, Seerat conferences, and special religious gatherings were held, where scholars and speakers focused on various aspects of the life and teachings of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).
In Islamabad, an International Seerat Conference was held at the Jinnah Convention Centre, with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif as the chief guest. The conference emphasized the need to strengthen unity and brotherhood among the nation and the Muslim Ummah by teaching younger generations the core values and teachings of the Seerah.
The Prime Minister stressed the importance of promoting unity, tolerance, compassion, forgiveness, and interfaith harmony. He encouraged Ulema and religious scholars to utilize mosques and pulpits to foster these values. He highlighted the enduring bonds of brotherhood and solidarity between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, represented by the Makkah Agreement.
He urged religious scholars to combat sectarianism and extremism and promote the eternal message of peace and affection.
