President’s Ramazan message:

‘A time for rejoicing’

“On this important date in the Islamic calendar, the Muslim community of Sri Lanka, together with their brothers in faith, the world over, marks the completion of the period of fasting and religious practice which is the most significant of the annual traditions of Islam.

It is a time for rejoicing at the end of a holy month of strict religious observances, strengthening spiritual life, through prayer and sacrifice in keeping with the teachings of the Holy Quran and Prophet Mohammed, said President Mahinda Rajapaksa in his Ramazan message.

The message said, “I am pleased to send this message of greetings to the devotees of Islam as they celebrate the festival of Eid-Ul-Fitr today.

The Muslims of Sri Lanka were glad for the opportunity to carry out religious observances in the past month with the peace that prevails in our country, as they live in harmony with all other communities to whom this country is motherland.

This is an occasion to recall the contributions made by the Muslim community for the progress of Sri Lanka, in a culture of harmony and understanding, and to look forward to its continued participation in activities for the progress of Sri Lanka.

I wish all followers of Islam in Sri Lanka a happy Eid-Ul-Fitr Eid-Mubarak!”