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Monday, September 8, 2008

Hindus help Muslims keep Ramadan fast

IANS
Sunday, September 07, 2008 15:35 IST


PATNA: Setting an example of communal harmony in relief camps in flood-hit Bihar, Hindus are helping Muslims keep Ramadan fast by sharing their meagre resources.

"What is interesting to note that Hindus are helping Muslims to keep fast by providing whatever possible in relief camps," said Bihar Disaster Management Minister Nitish Mishra.

The majority of Muslims in relief camps were keeping fast while sharing everything with others.

It was reported that several NGOs have been providing food to Muslims keeping fast outside government control relief camps.

"People, mostly Hindus are arranging fruits, sweets and dinner for Muslims keeping fast outside relief camps," said Ranjeev, an activist in Saharsa district. Read more

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