Eid 2020: PM Imran extends heartiest Eid greetings to the Occupied Kashmiris

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday extends Eid greetings to the people of Indian Occupied Kashmir (IoK) and appreciated their patience to the inhuman Indian military siege since August 2019.

Taking to twitter, PM Imran wrote, “Wishing a special Eid Mubarak to Kashmiris in IOJK, and admiration for their patience and courage during the inhumane lockdown and continuing oppression by Indian Occupation forces.”

Wishing a special Eid Mubarak to Kashmiris in IOJK, and admiration for their patience and courage during the inhumane lockdown and continuing oppression by Indian Occupation forces.

— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) May 23, 2020

Moreover, PM Imran khan said that he wants the nation to observe this Eid in a different manner from the usual celebratory style.

While giving his message on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr 2020 the premier said, “First, let us think of & pray for all those families who have been deprived of their loved ones by the plane crash tragedy & all those who have lost their lives to COVID19.”

“Second, everyone must remember to observe the SOPs in place for COVID19. The disease is with us & social distancing must be strictly observed throughout the Eid holidays, including during Eid prayers. May Allah bless our nation,” the premier added.

Second, everyone must remember to observe the SOPs in place for COVID19. The disease is with us & social distancing must be strictly observed throughout the Eid holidays, including during Eid prayers. May Allah bless our nation.

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— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) May 23, 2020

Note that, Eid-ul-Fitr is celebrated today (Sunday) with full religious fervor in Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, UAE, Kuwait and the United Kingdom, the United States and Australia, followed by many European countries, including most Arab countries.

The joy of Eid in the Islamic world has waned due to the ongoing pandemic. On this occasion, which lasts for three days, Muslim citizens travel long distances to visit their families. A variety of food is prepared in the houses and the visitors keep coming and going in the houses throughout the day. But this time, millions of Muslims will not be able to enjoy the joys of Eid as they are confined to their homes.

Some Muslim countries have eased lockdown restrictions on this occasion. However, Muslim countries have appealed to the public not to leave their homes in view of the threat of the Coronavirus pandemic.