Main Eid Milad-un-Nabi procession held in Barkhan and Rakhni, greeted with flower petals

BARKHAN: As across the country, Eid Milad-un-Nabi (PBUH) was observed with religious fervour, devotion and respect in Barkhan and Rakhni, towns of Koh-i-Suleman Division. Devotees of the Prophet (PBUH) expressed their love and devotion for Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

The main procession set off from Faizan-e-Madina Mosque on the Bypass. Children, youths, elders and a large number of citizens took part. The procession passed through several markets and along fixed routes, where citizens gave it a grand welcome and showered the participants with flower petals. It ended on the Bypass.

During the procession, participants recited Durood and Salam, raised the slogans “Marhaba Marhaba Ya Rasoolallah (PBUH)” and “Sarkar ki Aamad Marhaba”, and carried green flags.

The administration and police made special security arrangements to maintain Law and Order. A heavy contingent of police remained deployed in front of and around the procession under the supervision of DSP Rakhni Jabbar Mengal and SHO Rakhni Munawar. The procession ended peacefully.

At the end, addressing the gathering, religious scholars and Qaris said that love and devotion for the Prophet (PBUH) were an important part of every Muslim’s faith, and that success in this world and the hereafter lay in following the Seerah and Islamic teachings. At the close of the event, a special prayer was also offered for the unity of the Muslim Ummah, the security of the country and the nation, and peace in the area.

Photo: courtesy DGPR Balochistan