Sri Lanka

President Anur Kumara Dissanayake says that Eid-ul-Fitr is an event that transcends religious borders, promoting unity, compassion and selflessnes.He mentioned that as Sri Lanka goes through different social, financial and political changes, the mentors of Islam provide an outstanding example for constructing a society rooted in freedom, equality, uniformity and human dignity.I strongly think that these values serve as guiding principles in our cumulative journey towards a just and harmonious country, he said in his Eid-ul-Fitr Message on Monday (31 ).
The President mentioned that as the country makes every effort to cultivate a responsible and ethical political culture, one that values responsibility over corruption and the abuse of public resources, the principles of self-restraint and sacrifice highlighted during Ramadan use a motivating model.They remind us of the requirement to cultivate a governance system that is sensitive to the aspirations and well-being of its individuals, he said.Eid-ul-Fitr is an event that goes beyond spiritual limits, promoting unity, empathy and altruism.
On this auspicious event, the President extended his sincere dreams to all Sri Lankan and global Muslim communities.May this Eid-ul-Fitr bring peace, reconciliation and the fulfillment of our shared expect a brand-new period of renewal and prosperity.Presidents full Eid-ul-Fitr Message: Eid-ul-Fitr, commemorated by Muslims worldwide after a month of fasting and upon sighting the new moon, holds great significance in the Islamic spiritual calendar.Fasting throughout Ramadan, one of the five pillars of Islam, embodies the values of sacrifice, self-control and simplicity by distancing oneself from worldly desires.
This duration works as a reminder of the importance of kindness towards those struggling with appetite and as a chance for self-restraint and spiritual development, which devout Muslims deeply cherish.As Sri Lanka undergoes various social, economic and political improvements, the mentors of Islam offer an exceptional example for building a society rooted in liberty, equality, uniformity and human dignity.
I strongly believe that these values act as assisting concepts in our cumulative journey towards a simply and harmonious nation.Furthermore, as we aim to promote a responsible and ethical political culture, one that values accountability over corruption and the abuse of public resources, the principles of self-restraint and sacrifice emphasized during Ramadan provide an inspiring design.
They remind us of the need to cultivate a governance system that is delicate to the aspirations and wellness of its people.Eid-ul-Fitr is an event that transcends spiritual boundaries, promoting unity, empathy and selflessness.
On this auspicious celebration, I extend my genuine dreams to all Sri Lankan and international Muslim communities.May this Eid-ul-Fitr bring peace, reconciliation and the fulfillment of our shared hopes for a brand-new age of renewal and prosperity.Eid Mubarak!Anura Kumara DisanayakePresident, Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka31st March, 2025





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