CHENNAI: Governor K Rosaiah attended the Eid Banquet, on the occasion of celebrating Ramzan ‘Eid-ul-Fitr’, hosted by the Prince of Arcot, Nawab Mohammed Abdul Ali, at the Durbar Hall of his ancestral home, Amir Mahal, on Tuesday.
In his welcome address, the Prince expressed his gratitude and welcomed the Governor. He also welcomed the distinguished invitees from various walks of life, belonging to different faiths.
The Nawab pointed out that the holy month of Ramadan is full of blessings and the believers should strive hard to devote most of the time in prayers and charity, as in this month, reward is almost double than that of other months. We should greet the holy month and consider it as an opportunity to reflect on our lives and to reconsider our ways, he said.
In response, the Governor thanked the Prince for hosting the Eid Banquet and greeted the Muslim brethren on the occasion. He commended the Prince of Arcot for his continued services to society and community.