Penza, 30 August 2011. PenzaNews. The governor of the Penza region Vasily Bochkarev of region congratulated Penza Moslems on Eid al-Fitr — a holiday which symbolizes the end of the fast in the holy month Ramadan.

He said: "Followers of traditional Islam in our area always celebrate this joyful holiday with a special spiritual pleasure. This day people make good deeds, take care of the relatives and help needy people. Let good thoughts and kind aspirations of these day, mercy and charity deals be in our life forever".

Vasily Bochkarev said: "I'm sure that this holiday is the main for all Moslems, calling for honoring traditions and strengthening of immateriality in souls of believers will promote rapprochement of people, save peace and civil consent between the people of Sursky area".

He wished good mood, health, happiness, well-being and prosperity.