Traditionally, Nauroz is celebrated with the setting of a Nauroz table, which is both ritualistic and customary. PHOTO COURTESY TOXY COWASJEE
Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday felicitated all those celebrating Nauroz. The premier took to Twitter to extend his wishes.
A Happy Nauroze to all those celebrating it.
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) March 21, 2019
Originally a Zoroastrian festival, Nauroz is celebrated to mark the beginning of the New Year and vernal equinox or spring.
The Foreign Office (FO) also sent out their best wishes, with Spokesperson Mohammad Faisal sending out a tweet on the occasion.
A very happy and peaceful #Holi, the festival of colours, to all those who celebrate it.
— Dr Mohammad Faisal (@DrMFaisal) March 20, 2019
Pakistan Peoples Party leader Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari also sent a message for the Hindu community on their auspicious festival.
Happy Holi to all my Hindu brothers & sisters. On the happy occasion of Holi, let us spread the wonderful massage of peace and happiness. pic.twitter.com/4Gg8blgjJX
— BilawalBhuttoZardari (@BBhuttoZardari) March 20, 2019
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