, March 21 -- UK's Network Rail found itself at the center of a public debate after a sign displaying an Islamic message for Ramadan was posted at London King's Cross station and subsequently removed.

The message, intended to celebrate the holy month of Ramadan, drew both criticism and praise from passengers who shared their views on social media, according to BBC reports.

Network Rail clarified that the message was inadvertently displayed on the main train departure board, which is traditionally reserved for train schedules and information.

Network Rail said it is investigating the oversight, particularly why standard celebratory messages for Ramadan were not utilized.

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