Iftar Party 2024, Respect For Religion Is The Foundation Of A Peaceful Society
Education Peace and Development Initiatives Rabata Society organized “The Iftar
Party 2024” with the Staff of the City Traffic Police, Gujranwala here on the 22 nd
Day of March, 2024. The Iftar party was staged in front of the city Traffic Police
office adjacent to the Police Khidmat Center, G.T. Road, Gujranwala.
Back Ground
Both Christians and Muslims are fasting in Pakistan. While Christians are preparing themselves for Palm Sunday and Holy Week, on the other hand, the Muslim community has also entered the second decade of fasting. Today’s Iftar brings a common message to the followers of both religions and that message is mutual acceptance, respect, and brotherly love.
Iftar is the main meal of the fasting day, which occurs at sunset every day of Ramadan. The initial breaking of the fast isn’t a huge meal; it’s typically just a date and a glass of water or some other type of drink such as fruit juice or milk.
Objective
The purpose of this activity is to promote the idea of sharing a common
culture and to promote Respect for Religions among people at the
grassroots level. The Iftar party is a practical gesture in order to
promote the common teaching of religions. To express solidarity, share
common thoughts based on humanity, and use the common and open
platform to deliver a message of peace, harmony, acceptance, and
tolerance is pivotal.
Outcome
The idea was initiated to promote religious harmony and brotherhood
relationships at the grassroots level. The purpose of Iftar party was to reduce the thought of hatred in the society on the basis of religion, color, caste and creed. Although it was not easy to take such initiative on the Road. However, this initiative was highly welcomed by the participants who have positive thoughts. Number of passersby participated in the Iftar Party and appreciated this productive initiative.
It is a common observation that the traffic on the roads is more than usual during the month of Ramadan and the unruly crowd on the roads before Iftar adds to the traffic problems. These issues were also mentioned in the peace committee meeting chaired by Deputy Commissioner Gujranwala. City Traffic Officer Ayesha Butt along with her staff continued her duty during Iftar hours for smooth flow of the traffic. This is the best example of service beyond police duty.
