BSS-37 Modi sends message to PM, greets people on Eid-ul-Azha

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Modi sends message to PM, greets people on Eid-ul-Azha

DHAKA, July 31, 2020 (BSS) – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi
today sent a message to his Bangladesh counterpart Sheikh Hasina,
extending his warmest greetings to the people and the government of
Bangladesh on the occasion of holy Eid-ul-Azha, to be celebrated
tomorrow.

“On the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, I would like to extend my warmest
greetings to the people and the government of Bangladesh,” PM’s Press
Secretary Ihsanul Karim quoted the Indian premier’s message as saying.

Modi said the festival of Eid-ul-Azha, which is also celebrated in
several parts of India, reminds “us of our deep historical and
cultural links”.

“We hope that this festival will further enhance the spirit of peace
and tolerance in our respective societies and promote fraternal ties
between our two countries,” he added.

The Indian premier wished Sheikh Hasina and all Bangladeshi brothers
and sisters good health and prosperity on the occasion of the
Eid-ul-Azha, the press secretary said.

While talking about the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, Modi highly
praised the measures being taken in Bangladesh under the able
leadership of Sheikh Hasina.

“As both our countries continue to deal with the COVlD-19 situation,
we appreciate the steps being taken in Bangladesh under your able
leadership,” he said.

The Indian prime minister expressed his confidence that Bangladesh
will tide over these challenging times. “We remain available to
support your efforts in any way, including through capacity-building
in the health sector,” he said.

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