Eid Miladun-Nabi to be observed in educational institutions
By Hina Kiyani

ISLAMABAD—The preparations for observing Eid Milad-un-Nabi in colleges and universities are at peak as the month of Rabiul Awal has been started.
On the eve of Eid Miladun-Nabi, muslims across the country offer special prayers. Mosques are illuminated and sweets are distributed. While special Mahafil e Naat Khawani are arranged at various places across the country and fasting is observed by majority on the day of 12th Rabiul Awal.
Both public and private educational institutions of twin cities are preparing for Naat and Qirat competitions to commemorate the day with great zeal. “On this day we remind ourselves of the unaccountable blessings, kindness and love which the Muslim Ummah got from Holy Prophet Peace Be Upon Him and thank Allah Almighty for making us Ummati of His Great Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him), expressed a lecturer of Islamabad Model College for Girls (IMCG) F-10/2.
The students are preparing for Naat and Qirat competitions showing great enthusiasm to mark the birth celebrations of Holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him). Holding Naat and Qirat Competitions on the occasion of Eid Miladun Nabi is the annual feature of the school activities. Such events help following the footsteps of Holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him) and instilling the human values of love, brotherhood, peace and solidarity as it is the only way toward progress and prosperity, said a student of IMCG, G-10/4. 12th of Rabiul-awal brings with it great blessings and joy for the Muslims.