Mon Sep 16 07:00:32 UTC 2024: ## Leaders Extend Greetings on Milad-un-Nabi, Marking Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday

**New Delhi, September 16, 2024** – India’s top leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu, extended their greetings on the occasion of Milad-un-Nabi, the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), celebrated on Monday, September 16, 2024.

PM Modi took to X to convey his best wishes, stating, “Eid Mubarak! Best wishes on the occasion of Milad-un-Nabi. May harmony and togetherness always prevail. Let there be joy and prosperity all around.”

President Murmu highlighted the Prophet’s teachings on equality, saying, “Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) has set a wonderful example of a human society based on equality. He has also taught to follow the path of truth with patience. On this occasion, let us all pledge to implement his teachings in practical life and continue to be active for the development of the country.”

Other leaders, including Union Minister of Minority Affairs Kiren Rijuju and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, also joined in expressing their greetings and emphasizing the significance of peace, compassion, and unity during this time.

Milad-un-Nabi, also known as Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi or Mawlid, is observed on the 12th of Rabi Ul Awwal, the third month of the Islamic calendar. The celebrations, which began on Sunday evening, are marked by a focus on the Prophet’s teachings and his life story, emphasizing his forgiveness and compassion. While festivities are kept to a minimum, the observance serves as a time of reflection and remembrance.

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