Build prosperous Bangladesh with essence of Eid: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today called upon the countrymen to build a happy, prosperous and peaceful Bangladesh free from discrimination by participating in the people's welfare-oriented activities and containing the essence of Eid-ul-Azha.

"Eid teaches a unique education of peace, sympathy, sacrifice and brotherhood. So let's come to establish a happy, prosperous and peaceful Bangladesh free from discrimination by participating in the people's welfare-oriented activities and realizing the essence of Eid-ul-Azha," she said in a message on the eve of holy Eid-ul-Azha tomorrow.

The premier greeted the countrymen and the Muslim community in the world on the occasion and said the unique instance set by Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) by sacrificing his dearest thing for the satisfaction of Allah will be imitated and followed forever.

"Through the festival, the capable Muslims ensure equality for all by distributing meat of their sacrificial animals among relatives and neighbours," she added.

Sheikh Hasina hoped everyone will come forward to keep the environment free from pollution by sacrificing animals at the spots designated by city corporations or municipalities.

She prayed to Allah for continued peace, progress and prosperity of the country and Muslim Ummah on the holy day.