Sri Lanka, May 28 -- On the occasion of 'Eid-ul-Adha' or the Hajji Festival, celebrated with great reverence by Muslims across the world upholding the values of selflessness, unity and compassion, I extend my felicitations to the Muslim community in Sri Lanka and around the world.

On this special Day, the festival of Hajji commemorates the boundless devotion to God and the noble spirit of generosity demonstrated by Prophet Ibrahim. This festival reflects the willingness of humanity to dedicate even its most precious possessions for the greater good of humankind and the devotion towards God.

On this day, the most important lesson we must all understand is the value of rising above our differences and standing together in unity and solida...