Yunus thanks Modi for Eid message, stresses India-Bangladesh friendship

Dhaka: Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor, Muhammad Yunus, has expressed appreciation for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s greetings and message on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. He expressed confidence that the spirit of mutual respect and understanding would continue to guide the two nations in working together for the well-being of the people of India and Bangladesh. “I.

Dhaka: Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor, Muhammad Yunus, has expressed appreciation for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s greetings and message on the occasion of Eid al-Adha.

He expressed confidence that the spirit of mutual respect and understanding would continue to guide the two nations in working together for the well-being of the people of India and Bangladesh.

“I deeply appreciate your thoughtful message, kind greetings and warm wishes on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, which reflects the shared values between our two countries. I also would like to convey my warmest greetings to you, and through you, to the people of India on this auspicious occasion,” Yunus wrote in a letter to PM Modi on June 6.

Yunus shared his letter and PM Modi’s letter on X. He called Eid al-Adha a time of reflection that brings communities together in the spirit of festivity, generosity, unity, and sacrifice. He wished PM Modi and the people of India good health, happiness, peace, progress, and prosperity.

“Eid-ul-Azha is a time of reflection, which brings communities together in the spirit of festivity, sacrifice, generosity and unity, and inspires us all to work together for the greater benefits of the people across the world. I am confident that the spirit of mutual respect and understanding will continue to guide our nations to work together for the well-being of our peoples. On this blessed occasion, I wish you, Excellency, good health and happiness and the people of India peace, progress, and prosperity,” he wrote in a letter to PM Modi.

His response came after PM Modi extended wishes to Yunus and the people of Bangladesh on Eid al-Adha on June 4 and termed the festival an “integral part of the rich and diverse cultural heritage of India.” He noted that millions of Muslims in India celebrate Eid al-Adha with immense joy and brotherhood.

In the letter to Yunus, he stated, “On behalf of the people and the Government of India, I convey warm greetings to you and the people of Bangladesh on the auspicious occasion of Eid al-Adha. This holy festival is an integral part of the rich and diverse cultural heritage of India and is celebrated with immense joy and fervour by millions of people of Islamic faith across the country. It reminds us of the timeless values of sacrifice, compassion and brotherhood, which are essential in building a peaceful and inclusive world. I take this opportunity to extend my best wishes for your good health and well-being.”

Eid al-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. The day is marked by prayers, charitable acts, and the ritual sacrifice of animals, with a message of sharing and empathy at its core.