Leaders extend Eid-ul-Fitr greetings

Tamil Nadu Governor Banwarilal Purohit, Chief Minister K Palaniswami and DMK president M K Stalin Tuesday extended their greetings on the eve of Eid-ul-Fitr.

"I convey my heartiest greetings and best wishes to all our Muslim brothers and sisters," Purohit said expressing hope that the people would practise kindness, compassion among other qualities.

"By recalling the tenets of Islam which lay emphasis on peace, purity and submission and obedience to the will of God, let us resolve to practise the qualities of kindness, compassion, benevolence, generosity and tolerance towards our fellow citizens," the Governor said in a statement.

In his message, Palaniswami highlighted the initiatives of the AIADMK government for the benefit of Muslim community and said it was an extension of what was initiated by 'Amma' (late Chief Minister late J Jayalalithaa).

"On this occasion, I extend my greetings and pray to god to usher in peace, progress and prosperity," he said.

Stalin said his party had 'ceaselessly' worked for Muslims and it would continue to remain so.

AMMK leader T T V Dhinakaran, PMK's S Ramadoss, MDMK's Vaiko were among other leaders who extended their greetings.

In neighbouring union territory of Puducherry, Lt Governor Kiran Bedi, Chief Minister V Narayanasamy and his cabinet colleagues greeted members of Muslim community.

"Charity and good deeds mark the celebration and it is a unique festival in which love and affection are showered transcending religion,teaching patience and humility," Bedi said.