Parrikar has called upon all to come forward and help the weak and underprivileged people of society and express the spirit of charity on this occasion.
Governor Margaret Alva too has extended her greetings and best wishes to the Muslim community on the auspicious occasion. At a time when humanity is afflicted with religious fundamentalism, hatred, violence and conflicts, it is time to espouse Prophet Mohammed’s eternal message of love, compassion and tolerance.
“Goa is traditionally a peaceful State, where people of different faiths live in harmony and mutual understanding. I appeal to the people of Goa to steadfastly maintain this rich legacy,” the Governor added.
In his message, Archbishop Filipe Neri Ferrao stated that “At the end of their month-long fast, our Muslim brothers and sisters are beginning today a new life of peace and of restoration of ties with the family and community.”
“On behalf of the Christian community, I share in their joy and pray that these ideals may be realised. Sharing in the concerns expressed in the Message issued by the Vatican on this occasion, I join them in praying to the Almighty that all of us promote a fruitful dialogue built upon mutual respect, so that we work together to promote justice and peace and respect for the rights and dignity of every person. Eid Mubarak!”
Meanwhile, the Association of All Goa Muslim Jamats has also greeted all Muslim brothers on the occasion. “Let us all pray for good health and prosperity of all Goans, prosperous Goa, harmony and everlasting world peace,” stated a press note issued by Shaikh Bashir Ahmed, President of the association.
Meanwhile, the president of the Association Anjuman Nurul Islam, Panjim, Haji Mustafa S Kader and the members have conveyed good wishes to all on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
