J&K politicians greet people on Eid-ul-Adha

Srinagar, June 16: Various politicians have greeted the people on Eid-ul-Adha.

DR FAROOQ ABDULLAH

National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah in his message said, “As the Muslim Ummah unite to observe Eid-ul-Adha, I take this opportunity to extend my warm greetings to everyone on the blessed and auspicious occasion. The auspicious day commemorates the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim (AS) to sacrifice his son, Hazrat Ismail (AS) in the way of the Almighty. The all merciful Almighty however spared Hazrat Ismail (AS) by staying in Hazrat Ibrahim’s hand and placing a ram in his place. Hence the day is reminiscent of the greatest sacrifice in the history of mankind. On this day, it is imperative for all of us to prioritize the poor and deserving by doing everything possible to bring smiles on their faces. The core philosophy of the day evokes deep concern for the needy and offers us a window of opportunity to alleviate the plight of the poor and destitute and imbue ourselves with the spirit of compassion, generosity, empathy and care. May the day provide relief to the beleaguered people of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh and rid them of all the tribulations and problems they are facing.”

OMAR ABDULLAH

National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah said, “At the very beginning, I wish Eid Mubarak to all. The auspicious day of the Eid-ul-Adha stresses on the need for equality of mankind, god consciousness, generosity, alms giving and peaceful coexistence of the entire human kind. The divinely inspired sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and the obedience of his son Hazrat Ismail (AS) have immortalized the day till eternity. I hope and pray that the day strengthens the cord of brotherhood between the different communities in J&K and Ladakh. I also hope that the day acts as a harbinger of much needed peace and stability to the entire region.”

MEHBOOBA MUFTI

PDP President Mehbooba Mufti posted on X, “Wishing everyone a blessed Eid - ul - Adha Mubarak.”

ALTAF BUKHARI

Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari requested people to generously share their happiness and blessings with those who are less privileged and in need. He also appealed to people to pray for sustained peace and prosperity in J&K on this auspicious occasion.

In his message, Bukhari said, "I extend greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on this auspicious and joyous occasion of Eid al-Adha, which is known as the festival of sacrifices."

He prayed, "May this auspicious day and its celebrations bring peace, harmony, communal brotherhood, and prosperity to this region and its people."

He added, "I request people to pray for the peace, harmony, and prosperity of J&K on this auspicious occasion. Also, I humbly request that you extend your support to the underprivileged members of society and share the festive celebrations with them."

MOHAMMAD YOUSUF TARIGAMI

CPI (M) leader Mohammad Yousuf Tarigami extended greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul- Adha.

Wishing a happy and prosperous Eid, Tarigami said he hopes this festival of joy and happiness will usher peace and prosperity to the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

“May this festival strengthen mutual goodwill and inspire each one of us to follow the path of love, friendship, harmony and peace in the region,” he said, in his Eid message.

PROF SAIFUDDIN SOZ

Senior Congress leader and former union minister Saifuddin Soz has greeted the people on Eid-ul-Adha.

DR DARAKHSHAN ANDRABI

Senior BJP leader and Waqf Board Chairperson, Dr Darakhshan Andrabi said, "It is a day of gratefulness to Allah for all His blessings on us. Eid al Adha teaches us the significance of sacrifice, love, and compassion. The festival shows us the path of righteousness and surrender to Almighty. Let our surrender to His will and our sacrifices bring us closer to Allah and to the whole of humanity. Let us spread our happinesses around us and help others also to celebrate Eid with piousness and fervor."

TARIQ KARRA

Former Jammu and Kashmir Minister and senior Congress leader Tariq Hameed Karra hoped that the festival would bring peace, prosperity and happiness in the region. He emphasised the values of sacrifice, compassion and brotherhood that Eid-ul-Adha represents.

"On this blessed day, I extend my heartfelt Eid greetings to all my brothers and sisters in Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh. May this Eid reinforce the bonds of love, unity and mutual respect in our communities," Karra said. He added that the festival reminds us of the great sacrifice of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) and the need to follow his example of devotion and submission to the Almighty.

G M SAROORI

Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP), Vice President, Ghulam Mohammad Saroori today extending his warm greetings to the Muslim community on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Adha wishing them well-being and prosperity.

HAKEEM YASEEN

Chairman People's Democratic Front (PDF ) and former minister Hakeem Yaseen has extended heartfelt greetings to the Muslim Umma on the eve of Eid-ul-Adha. He has urged for following the foot prints of Hazrat Ibraheem (AS) and his son Hazrat Ismail to imbibe the spirit of sacrifice.