People offer prayers at mosques and celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr with joy and unity.
New Delhi: Eid-ul-Fitr, which marks the end of the holy month of Ramzan, during which Muslims fast for 30 days, is celebrated with joy and religious fervor across the world. After the sighting of the moon, people offer prayers at mosques and celebrate the auspicious festival. In Delhi, people, including children, gathered at Jama Masjid to offer prayers. Notably, Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques in India.
A Muslim devotee expressed concern that protests and black armbands during Eid prayers were inappropriate, suggesting alternative methods for expressing dissent. The devotee emphasized the celebratory nature of Eid and the importance of maintaining unity and brotherhood, offering prayers for the nation’s progress and the Prime Minister’s well-being.
A foreign student from GD Goenka University, who attended the Namaz at Jama Masjid for the second time, said, “”…I have come to Jama Masjid for the second time. This is a nice place. We meet many people from different parts of the country, from our country…”
Another foreign student of GD Goenka University said, “Jama Masjid is a very nice place. I met many friends and people here. We prayed here together. It is one of the biggest mosques in India.”
In Uttar Pradesh’s Ayodhya, police carried out foot patrols as part of heightened security measures while Namaz was being offered.
Speaking to ANI, IG Praveen Kumar said, “We are conducting continuous foot patrols to maintain peace. We are in contact with everyone and vigilant, especially during Navratri and Eid celebrations.”
In Kalaburagi, Karnataka, people gathered at the Eidgah to offer their prayers for Eid. Similar celebrations were seen in several parts of the country, including the Birbhum district in West Bengal, where people offered Eid Namaz at Siudi Idgah, followed by warm greetings and hugs. Vikas Rai Choudhary, MLA from Birbhum, congratulated the people and wished them Eid Mubarak.
In Jaipur, the celebrations took a special turn when Hindu brothers showered flowers on the thousands of Namazis at the Idgah on Delhi Road, sending a message of unity.
In Jammu and Kashmir’s Bhaderwah, a large procession was held as the community marched to the Eidgah, chanting religious slogans before offering Namaz.
Similarly, special prayers were held in Tirunelveli and Vellore, where more than 50,000 people participated in the Ramadan celebrations.
International students in India, such as one from Mozambique studying at GD Goenka University, participated in Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations. This student described their experience as amazing, highlighting the inclusive atmosphere and the shared celebration of love and culture among diverse religious communities. The festival demonstrated a strong sense of national unity and community spirit beyond its religious significance.
(With ANI Inputs)
