Lucknow: Several functions were held on the eve of Eid Milad-un-Nabi here on Saturday. Preparations are also in full swing for the Madh-e Sahaba procession by Sunni Muslims on Sunday at Lucknow. The occasion is celebrated as birthday of Prophet Mohammad as per Islamic calender on 12th Rabi-ul-awwal.
State governor BL Joshi also extended his hearty greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of birthday of Prophet Mohammad celebrated as Eid-Milad-un-Nabi and wished everyone a happy and prosperous life. The governor in his greeting message has said that teachings of Prophet Mohammad are still relevant for humanity as a whole. His teachings mould the true values of the society, which should also be instrumental in bringing about social changes in a harmonious manner. Former Chief Minister and Samajwadi Party (SP) supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav also greeted the people on the occasion of Prophet's birthday.
Tile Wali Masjid on the bank of Gomti River decked up for Milad-un Nabi celebration
A function to celebrate the Prophet's birthday was held at Islamia College ground by Muslim Youth Convention on Saturday. Addressing the gathering, member, All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB), Zafaryab Jilani stated that such functions highlight the religious diversity in the country. "These functions also help us in inculcating the teachings of Prophet Mohammad in our life. These functions also are a symbol of communal harmony as people from all walks of life attend them," said Jilani. Imam, Aishbagh Eidgah, Maulana Khalid Rasheed Farangi Mahli also highlighted the teachings of Prophet Mohammad.
On the occasion, the historical Tile Wali Mosque was specially decked up with lighting. Several shops and other stalls were set up as the occasion is celebrated in a grand manner at the mosque. Imam Tile Wali Masjid, Maulana Fazlur Rehman Waizi stated that special Milad will be held to celebrate Prophet's birthday.
Meanwhile preparations were being done on war footing for the procession of Madh-e Sahaba on Sunday. The procession which is attended by hundreds of anjumans originates from Jhandewala Park at 9 am and will pass through Maulviganj, Raqabganj, Nadan Mahal Road, Nakhas Crossing, Billauchpura, Haiderganj and will culminate at Aishbagh Eidgah. The procession is part of the tripartite agreement between Shia, Sunni and District Administration made on April 25, 1999. Special security arrangements are enforced for the peaceful passage of the procession. Anjumans with their flags participate in the procession.
Another procession, Juloos-e-Mohammadi will be taken out from Shahmina Dargah and will culminate at Jyotiba Phule Park in Chowk locality on Sunday. Though the procession has not received prior permission, it is taken out by Qazi-e-Shaher Maulana Abul Irfan Farangi Mahli every year defying all restrictions.
Most of the mosques in Muslim areas were decked up with illumination and green flags atop them.
State governor BL Joshi also extended his hearty greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of birthday of Prophet Mohammad celebrated as Eid-Milad-un-Nabi and wished everyone a happy and prosperous life. The governor in his greeting message has said that teachings of Prophet Mohammad are still relevant for humanity as a whole. His teachings mould the true values of the society, which should also be instrumental in bringing about social changes in a harmonious manner. Former Chief Minister and Samajwadi Party (SP) supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav also greeted the people on the occasion of Prophet's birthday.
Tile Wali Masjid on the bank of Gomti River decked up for Milad-un Nabi celebration
A function to celebrate the Prophet's birthday was held at Islamia College ground by Muslim Youth Convention on Saturday. Addressing the gathering, member, All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB), Zafaryab Jilani stated that such functions highlight the religious diversity in the country. "These functions also help us in inculcating the teachings of Prophet Mohammad in our life. These functions also are a symbol of communal harmony as people from all walks of life attend them," said Jilani. Imam, Aishbagh Eidgah, Maulana Khalid Rasheed Farangi Mahli also highlighted the teachings of Prophet Mohammad.
On the occasion, the historical Tile Wali Mosque was specially decked up with lighting. Several shops and other stalls were set up as the occasion is celebrated in a grand manner at the mosque. Imam Tile Wali Masjid, Maulana Fazlur Rehman Waizi stated that special Milad will be held to celebrate Prophet's birthday.
Meanwhile preparations were being done on war footing for the procession of Madh-e Sahaba on Sunday. The procession which is attended by hundreds of anjumans originates from Jhandewala Park at 9 am and will pass through Maulviganj, Raqabganj, Nadan Mahal Road, Nakhas Crossing, Billauchpura, Haiderganj and will culminate at Aishbagh Eidgah. The procession is part of the tripartite agreement between Shia, Sunni and District Administration made on April 25, 1999. Special security arrangements are enforced for the peaceful passage of the procession. Anjumans with their flags participate in the procession.
Another procession, Juloos-e-Mohammadi will be taken out from Shahmina Dargah and will culminate at Jyotiba Phule Park in Chowk locality on Sunday. Though the procession has not received prior permission, it is taken out by Qazi-e-Shaher Maulana Abul Irfan Farangi Mahli every year defying all restrictions.
Most of the mosques in Muslim areas were decked up with illumination and green flags atop them.
