Dawoodi Bohra community has shown us the path of righteousness: PM Modi's top quotes at Saifee Mosque

"The concept of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam is a great strength of India, making it distinct from others. The Bohra community is making the world aware of this concept through its work" (Image credit - PIB)

"With their doctrines of peace, unity and patriotism, the Dawoodi Bohra community has shown us the path of righteousness. The community is inspiring the youths in the country," said PM Modi. (Image credit - PIB)

"Mahatma Gandhi met the Sydena during a train journey and they became very close. During the Dandi Yatra, Gandhiji stayed in Saifee Villa (a building owned by the community in Dandi, Gujarat) which was later dedicated to the nation," Modi recalled Mahatma Gandhi's close association with Sydena Mohammad Burhanuddin, the late spiritual head of the Bohra community. (Image credit - PIB)

"It is my good fortune that I have received the affection of the Bohra community. The community even assisted me during my tenure as Gujarat's chief minister. It is the sheer affection shown by you people that has brought me here today," recalled Modi. (Image credit - PIB)

The Prime Minister lauded Imam Hussain's efforts towards establishing peace and justice across the world and also hailed the community's efforts in improving the condition of children and empowering society. He said, "The Dawoodi Bohra community's effort in improving condition of children has come a long way in empowering society. They started community kitchens to provide food to all. To provide affordable health care, the community is running several hospitals." (Image credit - PIB)