, March 20 -- Opposition Chief Whip and convener of the National Citizen Party (NCP), Nahid Islam, on Friday extended Eid greetings to the country's people, saying the opportunity to celebrate Eid in a free environment came through the sacrifices of hundreds of martyrs.

In a message issued in the evening, Nahid greeted Bangladeshi muslims at home and abroad on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, saying, "Eid Mubarak."

Referring to Eid-ul-Fitr as the largest religious festival of the muslims world following a month of fasting and spiritual discipline, Nahid said the festival fosters unity by bridging social divides and strengthening bonds of harmony.

"This festival teaches us peace, compassion and brotherhood, removing hatred and division, and...