Sri Lanka, June 7 -- The essence of Hajj lies in bridging divisions and fostering universal brotherhood, offering a powerful example of unity, says President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

In his message on the occasion of the Hajj festival, the President added: "As Sri Lanka strives to overcome national challenges and realise our vision of a developed, civilised nation, we require transformative social, economic, and political progress. Hajj provides a significant platform for such unity of purpose."

He further added that to humanity worldwide, Hajj conveys an enduring message of peace while awakening our shared consciousness to the values of equality, fraternity, and sacrifice.

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