ISLAMABAD: Pakistanis across the nation began Eid celebrations on Monday with prayers for peace and prosperity. The festivities will continue for three days marked by various events and traditional gatherings of friends and families.
Eid congregations were held at open places, mosques and Eidgahs in all villages, towns and cities of the country.
Special prayers were offered in the Eid sermons for development and prosperity of the country and liberation of Muslim territories, including Indian Illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir, and Palestine.
In Islamabad, main Eid congregation was held at Faisal Mosque, where government dignitaries, foreign diplomats besides common people offered Eid prayer, according to state-run APP.
Major Eid congregations were held at Badshahi Mosque in Lahore, Masjid Mohabat Khan in Peshawar, and Grand Jamia Mosque in Karachi.
Authorities have urged the public to follow safety measures during the celebrations, while law enforcement agencies have been directed to ensure security at mosques and public gathering spots.
PM, President greet nation
According to state-run APP, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, on the blessed occasion of Eidul Fitr, have extended their heartfelt greetings to the entire Pakistani nation.
In their separate messages, they emphasized that this day teaches lessons of joy, gratitude, brotherhood, and compassion.
President Asif Ali Zardari said Eid-ul-Fitr teaches the importance of unity and solidarity, encouraging everyone to foster unity, support one another, and contribute to steering Pakistan toward progress and prosperity.
He also prayed for the people of Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, pleading Allah Almighty to grant them freedom and bless them with the joy of Eid soon.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted that Pakistan currently faces threats from both internal and external enemies.
He stressed need to avoid all forms of extremism, hatred, and sectarianism. To ensure the nation’s integrity and stability, he called for unity and vigilance to prevent any conspiracy from succeeding.
Shehbaz Sharif said government is making every effort to achieve economic recovery, maintain peace and order, and ensure social stability.
Prime Minister commended the sacrifices of the armed forces of Pakistan in the fight against terrorism and extended solidarity to the bereaved families of the martyrs.
He also prayed for the martyrs of the Jaffar Express train incident.
Shehbaz Sharif further emphasized people to remember their oppressed brothers and sisters of Palestine and Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, who are engaged in their struggle for freedom.
He reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for them and urged the international community to act swiftly to halt human rights violations and deliver justice to these innocent Muslims.
Chief of armed forces felicitate nation
The Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) and the Service Chiefs extended their heartfelt Eid-ul-Fitr greetings to all Pakistanis.
“Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the conclusion of Ramazan, stands as a symbol of unity, compassion, and gratitude.
For our soldiers, the true essence of Eid is embodied in the honour of defending our cherished nation—even in separation from family—while striving to foster peace, prosperity, and harmony,” said a statement issued by Pakistan military’s media wing, the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR).
