Navi Mumbai, Aug. 27 -- In a gesture of civic sensitivity and communal solidarity, Navi Mumbai's Muslim community has once again deferred its annual Eid-Milad-un-Nabi procession-this time from September 5 to 8. The decision, taken for the third consecutive year, ensures that Ganeshotsav visarjan on September 6 proceeds without disruption and reduces pressure on police by allowing a buffer day for police deployment. Imam of Garib Nawaz Masjid, Mohammed Khaleelullah Subhani, said, "Eid Milad-un-Nabi is a very auspicious day for us Muslims as it marks the birth of our Prophet." Subhani added, "It is important that his teachings of peaceful co-existence and respect for other religions are followed and implemented." Explaining the delay, Subhani said, "Ganeshotsav is the biggest festival for our Hindu brethren, and we want them to celebrate without any interruption," he said. He added, "Ours is a religion of peace and understanding. Navi Mumbai is a land of peaceful people, and we also didn't want to burden the police further. Hence this time the deferment is not by one but three days." The crescent moon of Rabi al-Awwal sighted on August 24, confirmed that the Eid-Milad-un-Nabi procession would take place on September 5. The decision to defer the procession was finalised at a meeting of masjids and socio-religious organisations held at Garib Nawaz Masjid, where Imams and community leaders reached a unanimous consensus....