Against the backdrop of the communal fire consuming the mutual relation between the Hindus and the Muslims off and on, the holy city Haridwar has set an example for all to imbibe. As per their annual tradition, this year also the Muslim community welcomed the Kanwar pilgrims by hosting a camp at Mohalla Kassaban Durgaghat on Tuesday. The camp was inaugurated by the District Magistrate of Haridwar.
Citing Ganga Jamui Tehzeeb, the Muslim offered fruits and juice to the kanwariyas passing on the highway.
“If Hindus can hug us on Id-ul-fitr and participate in Iftar party why can’t we show our solidarity towards themIJ We can pray to the Almighty best through serving men no whatever community they belong to. This is the real Ibadat (prayer) we are doing,” said Rao Ifaq Ali of Jwalapur.
Another Muslim leader Naeem Quereshi said, “Haridwar is considered one amongst the places in India where Hindu Muslim bonhomie reigns. We are just taking the tradition ahead through showering of solidarity on our Hindu brethren.”