Muslims all over the world celebrate today Eid Milad Un Nabi ? the birth of the Prophet Muhammad. It has been commemorated here for the past 40 years and it usually attracts about 30,000 people in the compound of Aleemiah College, in Phoenix.

The official function will start as from 10am and several personalities ? the president and vice-president of the Republic; the prime minister, his deputies and other ministers; and other important officials ? are expected to attend.

For this special occasion, Maulana Shah Muhammad Anas Siddiqui, will be in Mauritius as guest of honour. He arrived last Saturday and will seize the opportunity to attend a certain number of other activities. On Thursday, Friday and Saturday, he will be present in mosques for the after-Esha prayer.

The government of India has also allowed the Naat Khan, Qari Muhammad Mikhail Ziai, to take part in the official ceremony. He will recite in melodious tones, artistically arranged verses while focusing on the qualities of Prophet Muhammad. He will deliver his religious recitals to the public until Tuesday18th.