President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday called for greater unity and brotherhood among Muslims as the country marked Eidul Fitr in \u201ctesting times\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In his post on X, PM Shehbaz wrote: \u201cEven as we celebrate Eid with gratitude and joy, our hearts remain heavy for the people of Gaza and Kashmir, as well as our brothers and sisters affected by the ongoing hostilities in the Middle East and the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cToday, more than ever, we need greater unity within the Ummah so that we may collectively uphold justice, dignity, and lasting peace for all. At a moment of uncertainty and instability, our greatest strength lies in unity,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The premier extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of Pakistan and Muslims around the world, noting that the day \u201creminds us of the enduring values of compassion, unity and generosity that lie at the heart of our faith\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cOn this auspicious occasion, we are also reminded of the strength and responsibility of the Muslim Ummah \u2014 bound together by shared faith, common values, and a collective duty to stand united in times of both joy and trial. In these testing times, what divides us is small and what unites us is far greater,\u201d PM Shehbaz observed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He urged people to \u201cremember those less fortunate and reaffirm our resolve to build a more just, inclusive, and prosperous Pakistan\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cMay this Eid deepen the spirit of brotherhood within the Muslim Ummah and inspire us to work together for the well-being of humanity. May Allah Almighty accept our Ibadaat<\/em> [worship] and bless Pakistan, the Muslim Ummah, and the world with peace, stability, and prosperity,\u201d he prayed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n PM Shehbaz offered the Eid prayers in Lahore, with his sons Hamza and Suleman, as well as Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, accompanying him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Meanwhile, President Zardari also extended his heartfelt felicitations to the nation and urged people to carry forward Ramazan\u2019s spirit of patience and piety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThis day reminds us that true success lies in applying the teachings of Ramazan in our practical lives. Patience, tolerance, compassion, justice and brotherhood are the values that form the foundation of not only an ideal individual but also a strong and united nation,\u201d he stressed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The president prayed that may Allah Almighty \u201cenable us to confront the troubles in the region in such a way that the unity of the Muslim Ummah remains intact and peace prevails throughout the world\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cI pray that Allah Almighty may accept our prayers, bless Pakistan with peace, security and stability and grant us the ability to move forward with unity and consensus. Amen!\u201d he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n President Zardari urged the nation to renew \u201ccommitment to national unity, constitutional supremacy and the rule of law\u201d. He noted that the development, stability and prosperity of Pakistan were the \u201cshared responsibility of all of us\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n He emphasised: \u201cEidul Fitr is a day to promote mutual love, brotherhood and social harmony. It encourages us to share our joys with the needy, orphans and deprived classes around us and to strengthen the sense of responsibility in society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On behalf of the armed forces, Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, and Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu extended their \u201cheartiest Eidul Fitr greetings to all Pakistanis\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A press release<\/a> issued by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) read: \u201cEid reflects the enduring values of unity, compassion, and gratitude. For armed forces of Pakistan, the true spirit of Eid lies in the honour of serving and defending the motherland, even away from their families, to ensure peace and security for the nation.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n The armed forces paid tribute to the \u201ccourage and sacrifices of the brave men and women safeguarding Pakistan\u201d and acknowledged the unwavering support of their families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cMay this Eid bring peace, prosperity, and blessings to Pakistan and the Muslim Ummah,\u201d the statement added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Strict security arrangements were in place as Eid congregations were held at open places, mosques, and Eidgahs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Karachi Police spokesperson said a total of 12,145 police officers and personnel have been deployed under a comprehensive security plan across the metropolis, APP<\/em> reported.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In Islamabad, the police ensured foolproof security arrangements for Eidul Fitr prayers across the federal capital, deploying over 7,000 officers and personnel, APP<\/em> stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It further quoted Punjab Inspector General Abdul Kareem as saying that over 47,000 officers and officials have been deployed to ensure security at more than 29,000 Eid congregations across the province.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday called for greater unity and brotherhood among Muslims as the country marked Eidul Fitr in \u201ctesting times\u201d. 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<\/a>\u2018True spirit of Eid lies in the honour of serving the motherland\u2019<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Strict security arrangements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n