President and Vice President Offer Eid Greetings to Citizens

Key Takeaways

President Droupadi Murmu emphasizes empathy, compassion, and charity during Eid.
Eid-ul-Fitr marks the end of Ramzan and promotes brotherhood and cooperation.
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar highlights the importance of cultural diversity.
Eid is a time for peace, progress, and social bonding.
Clerics confirm the moon sighting, marking Eid celebrations.

New Delhi, March 30 (NationPress) President Droupadi Murmu offered her heartfelt greetings to the citizens on the eve of Eid-ul-Fitr, which is set to be celebrated in India on Monday. She described this occasion as "a time to foster the spirit of empathy, compassion, and charity".

"On this blessed occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, I convey my best wishes to all Indians, both within the country and abroad, particularly to our Muslim brothers and sisters," she stated in a message issued by Rashtrapati Bhavan on Sunday.

Highlighting that Eid-ul-Fitr signifies the conclusion of fasting and prayers during the sacred month of Ramzan, the President mentioned that this festival "reinforces the essence of brotherhood, cooperation, and compassion."

"This festival also enhances social bonding and motivates us to create a harmonious, peaceful, and prosperous society. Eid serves as a reminder to cultivate the spirit of empathy, compassion, and charity.

"I hope this festival brings peace, progress, and happiness to everyone and empowers us to advance with a positive mindset," the President expressed.

Meanwhile, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar also shared his greetings.

"On this auspicious occasion of Eid ul-Fitr, I extend warm wishes to all citizens of our nation," he stated in his message.

"Eid serves as a reminder of the strength we derive from our cultural diversity and the shared connections that bind us. The significance of this holy day goes beyond mere celebration; it embodies the constitutional ideals of unity, compassion, and mutual respect that are the foundation of our diverse democracy.

"Let us honor the profound spirit of renewal and collective harmony symbolized by this sacred occasion. May the essence of Eid inspire us to reaffirm our commitment to the values that guide our path and unite us as one remarkable, resilient nation," the Vice President added.

In Delhi and Lucknow, clerics confirmed the sighting of the moon on Sunday, marking the end of the month of Ramzan.

Naib Shahi Imam of Jama Masjid in Delhi, Syed Shaban Bukhari, announced: "The moon of Shawwal-ul-Mukarram for Eid al-Fitr has been sighted in various states across India, including Assam, Manipur, Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Delhi. It has been declared that Eid al-Fitr will be observed on Monday, March 31, 2025. I extend my heartfelt Eid Mubarak wishes to all of you.