Nationwide celebrations mark 12th Rabi ul Awal across Pakistan

Pakistan is abuzz with celebrations as it marks the day of Eid Milad un Nabi, commemorating the birth of Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW) on Tuesday.
While Muslims across the world mark this observe this occasion on the 12th of Rabi ul Awal in various ways, Pakistan stands out with its brightly illuminated streets, and buildings, that are adorned with vibrant lights, predominantly green lights to honour this day.
On this day, Muslims hold processions, milad gatherings and prayer ceremonies. Additionally, the Karachi Traffic Police also issued a detailed traffic diversion plan for three processions set to be held today on the MA Jinnah Road which will be closed for the day.
Furthermore, joining the nationwide celebrations, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted the significance of the teachings of the Holy Prophet (SAW) for Muslims in the messages to the nation to mark this auspicious day.
President Asif Ali Zardari’s message
The president called upon the nation and the Muslim Ummah to abide by the teachings of the Holy Prophet (SAW) as a “guiding light to overcome the prevailing challenges”.
In his message on 12th Rabi ul Awal, 1446, Zardari greeted the nation on the birth anniversary of the Holy Prophet (SAW), saying that “Allah Almighty had set the Holy Prophet’s (SAW) life as a role model to guide every aspect of life.”
The president further highlighted that the Holy Prophet (SAW) “established a just society where every individual, regardless of their wealth or social status, could live with dignity.”