The nation today would celebrate Eid Milad-un-Nabi (Peace Be Upon Him) with religious reverence and fervor renewing the pledge to follow true teachings of the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH).The day will begin with special prayers for development, safety, peace, unity and brotherhood amongst the followers of Holy Prophet (PBUH).It would be a nationwide public holiday. Special security arrangements have been made to maintain law and order across the country on the occasion of 12th Rabi-ul-Awal.All major government and private buildings, residential and commercial plazas, markets, mosques, roundabouts and even houses have been tastefully decorated. Mahafil-e-Milad and public meetings would be held in different parts of the country, while faithful would actively participate in the programs organized by different local, religious and social organizations. Naat and the Holy Quran reciting competitions would be held throughout the day in almost every nook and corner of the country to revive the real spirit of Islam and offer respect to the Holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him). Special security arrangements have been made in the Federal Capital, Rawalpindi, Karachi, Lahore, Quetta, Peshawar and other cities and towns across the country to avoid any untoward incident. Participants of Mahafil would be properly verified and checked by security personnel. Milad processions would be taken out from different areas of twin cities, reciting Naats and Darood o Salam for the Holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him). Major event of the day would be the annual National Seerat Conference in which prominent Ulema and scholars from across the country would participate. Selected Ulema and scholars would present their articles on this years theme Preaching strategy in the light of Holy Prophets (PBUH) teachings. Besides, such conferences would be held at provincial headquarters, divisional and district levels to pay respect and homage to Allah Almightys Last Messenger. Congregations would be organized in all important cities of the country where the preachers and scholars would highlight the teachings of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) besides delivering lectures on His way of life. For faithful, Eid Milad-un-Nabbi is a highly regarded religious festival when they express gratitude and thank to Allah Almighty for blessing the universe with His last messenger and Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).
