ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday night extended their heartfelt greetings to the entire Pakistani nation on the eve of Eid-ul-Fitr.
In their separate messages, they emphasised that this day teaches lessons of joy, gratitude, brotherhood, and compassion.
President Zardari urged that on the occasion of Eid, they must remember those who were facing economic hardships as true happiness was related to sharing joys with others.
“We should actively fulfill our obligations of Zakat, charity, and Fitrana so that no needy person is deprived of the happiness of Eid,” said the president.
The president extended his heartfelt felicitation to the entire nation and the Muslim world on the occasion of the Eid.
“This joyous day comes to us after the blessings, worship, and journey of piety during the holy month of Ramadan. Eid ul Fitr is a gift from Allah Almighty, granted to us as a reward for fasting,” said the president.
In his separate message, PM Shehbaz 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.
The premier said government was making every effort to achieve economic recovery, maintain peace and order, and ensure social stability.
He commended the sacrifices of the armed forces in the fight against terrorism and extended solidarity to the bereaved families of the martyrs.
