TN leaders greeted Muslim Community on the eve of Milad-un-Nabi

Tamil Nadu Leaders including Governor Surjit Singh Barnala, Chief Minister M Karunanidhi, Opposition AIADMK leader J Jayalalithaa greeted the Muslim community on the eve of Milad-un-Nabi, the birthday of Prophet Mohammed.

In his message, Governor Surjit Singh Barnala said, ''Prophet Mohammed had preached love, compassion and unity. Let us, on this solemn occasion, rededicate ourselves to lead a honest life and promote unity, peace and harmony, and universal brotherhood.'' ''On this holy occasion, I convey my heartiest greetings and good wishes to Muslim brethren in Tamil Nadu and other parts of the country''.

Chief Minister M Karunanidhi n his message emphasized, “Prophet Mohammed followed what he preached.”

He further said , when he assumed office as Chief Minister for the first time, that it was his government in 1969, declared Milad-un-Nabi as a holiday to enable Muslim brethren to celebrate the occasion.

Karunanidhi also said though the previous AIADMK government had cancelled the holiday, his government, after assuming office again had announced a holiday to celebrate Prophet's birthday.

Recalling the 3.5 per cent quota given to Muslims in government jobs and educational institutions, he said his government always stood for the welfare of Muslims.

Kaunanidhi wished the Muslim community wealth and prosperity, in his greetings.

In her message, Jayalalithaa said ''let us take a pledge to guide Tamil Nadu in the path of Prophet Mohammed and rid the state of violence''.

She also wished that everyone should follow the principles of Prophet Mohammed in their life, and greeted the Muslims on the occasion.

MDMK General Secretary Vaiko, CPI state secretary T Pandian and CPI(M) secretary Ramakrishnan also greeted the Muslim community.

- Asian Tribune -