Sri Lanka, June 7 -- Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, in her message marking the occasion of Hajj and Eid al-Adha, extended greetings to Muslim devotees in Sri Lanka and around the world, highlighting the importance of unity, coexistence, and devotion that define this sacred time.

She noted that this year's Hajj is of particular significance as it is being observed under a government that shares the same vision and principles upheld by the pilgrimage.

"Our fellow Muslim brothers and sisters in Sri Lanka and world over celebrate the Hajj festival with deep devotion, engaging in this sacred pilgrimage in a spirit of unity and brotherhood, while embracing the values of coexistence and rising above self-interest," the message stated....