COLOMBO : I am pleased to extend my greetings on the occasion of Milad-un-Nabi, commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, a noble celebration observed with devotion and reverence by the Muslim community in Sri Lanka and across the world.
The noble message of peace, equality, compassion, and mutual respect embodied in the teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad continues to inspire humanity. At a time when the world continues to face political, economic, and humanitarian crises, and when innocent lives are being lost and countless people continue to suffer due to devastating armed conflicts, I believe that his teachings are more relevant today than ever before.
In particular, the most profound lesson that contemporary society and the country, can draw from the life of the Prophet is his unwavering commitment to justice, religious coexistence, and the well-being of all people. As a nation enriched by ethnic and religious diversity, we must embrace these values in our daily lives, showing empathy towards one another and working together in unity.
On this noble occasion marking the birth anniversary of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, I offer my sincere prayers for a world where peace triumphs over conflict and humanity is spared the devastation of war. It is my earnest hope that all those who continue to suffer the consequences of violence, displacement, and humanitarian crises will soon experience peace, security, and renewed hope for the future.
I am confident that this year’s National Milad-un-Nabi celebration, centred in the Gampaha District and being held at the Al Hilal National School in Periyamulla, Negombo, will provide an opportunity to further strengthen religious coexistence, unity, and harmony while celebrating the richness of our country’s diversity.
I extend my sincere appreciation to the Department of Muslim Religious and Cultural Affairs and the organising committee for their dedicated efforts in making this national celebration a success.
May all Muslim devotees in Sri Lanka and around the world be blessed with a peaceful, prosperous, harmonious, and joyous Milad-un-Nabi.
Dr. Harini Amarasuriya
Prime Minister
Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
