Peaceful Bakrid celebrations across Kashi amid tight security
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Varanasi: The festival of Bakrid (Eid-ul-Adha) was celebrated peacefully across Varanasi and adjoining districts on Saturday, with members of the Muslim community offering prayers at mosques and Eidgahs amidst tight security arrangements.
As per the scheduled timings, people began assembling at various prayer sites early in the morning. Namaz was offered at all designated locations, with large gatherings reported at Laat Saraiyya, Englishialine, Faatman, Langra Hafiz, and Gyanvapi mosques.
In anticipation of heavy footfall, the district and police administration had made elaborate security arrangements. Senior officials remained on high alert along all key city routes, while drones were deployed for aerial surveillance in sensitive areas to ensure a smooth and incident-free observance of the festival.
Following the prayers, animal sacrifices were carried out as per tradition, and celebratory activities gained momentum through the day.
The city's markets and multiplexes witnessed heavy crowds from late afternoon, reflecting the festive spirit.
To maintain sanitation and hygiene during the festivities, the Varanasi Municipal Corporation (VMC) deployed additional sanitary staff and waste containers in Muslim-dominated localities. Clean-up operations continued actively on Saturday and into Sunday, with teams working in full swing to manage post-celebration waste.
The peaceful conduct of Bakrid across the region was welcomed by residents and officials alike, marking a successful culmination of both religious fervour and civic preparedness.
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