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'Bausher Rejoices'

'Bausher Rejoices'

Observer30-03-2025

MUSCAT: In celebration of the gracious presence of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik in the Wilayat of Bausher to perform the blessed Eid Al Fitr prayer for the year 1446 AH at the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the people and residents of Bausher are organising the event 'Bausher Rejoices' to mark this joyous occasion. The celebration will take place on the first day of Eid Al Fitr, from 4.00 pm to 10.00 pm at Bausher Club.
The event will feature a variety of activities and programmes, including a patriotic poetry evening, traditional Omani folk performances, competitions with prizes for participants, a dedicated corner for productive families, booths for sponsoring institutions and stalls offering traditional food.
This celebration reflects the deep love and loyalty to His Majesty the Sultan and reaffirms the commitment to the nation's journey and obedience. On this occasion, the Wilayat of Bausher extends its highest congratulations and heartfelt blessings to His Majesty, praying to the Almighty Allah to grant him health and well-being, and to return this blessed occasion upon His Majesty, the Omani people, and the Arab and Islamic nations with goodness, prosperity and blessings.

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