Bakrid celebrations: Mandya district administration appeals for peace and harmony
The Mandya district administration held a peace meeting to promote harmony between Hindu and Muslim communities ahead of Bakrid celebrations. Deputy Commissioner Kumar emphasized the importance of celebrating the festival peacefully and maintaining law and order. The administration received assurances from community leaders to cooperate in upholding communal harmony during the festivities.
- ▪The peace meeting was convened in the Deputy Commissioner’s office ahead of Bakrid celebrations.
- ▪Deputy Commissioner Kumar called for unity among Hindu and Muslim communities during the festival.
- ▪Strict action will be taken against those disturbing peace or spreading false information on social media.
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The Mandya district administration convened a peace meeting in the Deputy Commissioner’s office on Monday and appealed for peace and harmony among Hindu and Muslim communities ahead of Bakrid celebrations on May 28.Describing Bakrid as a festival that symbolises sacrifice and devotion, Deputy Commissioner of Mandya Kumar said the festival should be observed with peace and mutual harmony among different groups irrespective of caste and religion.While appealing to the Hindu and Muslim communities to maintain unity among them, he said the police department is always prepared to maintain law and order.
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