President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has emphasised the importance of peace, forgiveness, communal understanding, and unity above all else during the festivities of Eid. The president made the remarks in his address on the occasion of Eid-al-Adha.
In his address, President Solih extended warmest and most sincere felicitations of the blessed occasion.
The president stated the country is celebrating Eid-al-Adha at a challenging time, as the citizens are adjusting to a new normal in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. He acknowledged that much of the daily lives, including how prayers and religious duties are conducted, have been affected by COVID-19. Nonetheless, he remarked that Eid-al-Adha provides an opportune time to strengthen bonds with family, friends, neighbours and loved ones.
In the same note, the president urged everyone to speak to their loved ones and inquire on their health and well-being. He stressed the importance of using modern technology to reach out to families, especially those who are elderly or vulnerable to COVID-19.
President Solih ended his address by calling on all Maldivians to pay close attention to the advice of medical professionals in order to overcome the challenges faced to the health, economy and livelihoods, due to COVID-19. He also expressed well-wishes to all Muslims performing Hajj this year and prayed their pilgrimage would be accepted by Almighty Allah.