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India Gazette
07-06-2025
- India Gazette
Delhi: Devotees gather at Jama Masjid to offer namaz, celebrate Eid al-Adha
New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Scores of devotees thronged the historic Jama Masjid on Saturday morning to offer prayers and celebrate Eid al-Adha. Dressed in traditional attire, worshippers came together in a spirit of devotion, unity, and celebration, marking one of the most significant festivals in the Islamic calendar. As the first light of dawn broke over old Delhi, the mosque's grand courtyard was brimming with people offering prayers and exchanging greetings of peace and goodwill. The air echoed with chants of 'Eid Mubarak,' as families, young and old, embraced and celebrated the spirit of sacrifice and compassion that the festival symbolises. Eid al-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. The day is marked by prayers, charitable acts, and the ritual sacrifice of animals, with a message of sharing and empathy at its core. Security was heightened at the Jama Masjid as thousands of worshippers gathered to offer namaz. Heavy police presence and crowd management measures have been kept in place for a peaceful celebration. Security forces were deployed around the mosque and adjoining areas to ensure smooth entry and exit for devotees. Earlier, Delhi police conducted vehicle checks in parts of the city to create a sense of security among people and appealed to people to maintain peace and harmony on Eid al-Adha. Intensified checks were conducted in the Kartavya Path area, where police personnel were seen stopping and inspecting vehicles during routine patrols. Similarly, the police carried out security checks at the Yusuf Sarai area, the Ranjit Singh flyover, and the Nelson Mandela Marg. The holy festival of Eid al-Adha, also known as the 'festival of sacrifice' or Greater Eid, is celebrated on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the 12th month of the Islamic or lunar calendar. Eid al-Adha is the second Islamic festival of the year and follows Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting. The date changes every year, as it's based on the Islamic lunar calendar, which is about 11 days shorter than the Western 365-day Gregorian calendar. It is celebrated as a commemoration of Prophet Abraham's willingness to sacrifice everything for God. Eid al-Adha is called Id-ul-Adha in Arabic and Bakr-Id in the Indian subcontinent, because of the tradition of sacrificing a goat or 'bakri'. It is a festival that is celebrated with traditional fervour and gaiety in India. (ANI)
Time of India
02-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
'Maintain cleanliness, avoid sharing ritual videos': Eidgah Imam issues 12-point Eid-Ul-Adha advisory
NEW DELHI: Eidgah Imam Maulana Khalid Rasheed Farangi Mahali in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, has issued a 12-point advisory for Muslims preparing to celebrate Eid-Ul-Adha in 2025. The advisory focuses on maintaining hygiene, respect, and social responsibility during the festival's observance, particularly concerning the ritual sacrifice. "A 12-point advisory has been issued for Eid-Ul-Adha, where Muslims are advised that while performing the ritual of sacrifice, please maintain hygiene and cleanliness. The ritual should be done on designated spots, not on roadsides or streets," said Mahali. "The blood should not be shed in the drains. It should be buried in raw soil so that it acts as a fertiliser for plants," he further explained. "No video or photo of the sacrificial ritual should be taken or uploaded to social media. Distribute one part of the sacrificed animal among the poor and needy... Pray for the safety of your family and the soldiers protecting our nation on the border..." the Imam added. Eid al-Adha, also known as the 'festival of sacrifice' or Greater Eid, is celebrated on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the 12th month of the Islamic lunar calendar. The festival is the second major Islamic celebration of the year, following Eid al-Fitr, which marks Ramadan's conclusion. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo The date varies annually due to the Islamic lunar calendar being shorter than the Gregorian calendar. The celebration commemorates Prophet Abraham's willingness to sacrifice everything for God. According to the Quran, Ibrahim was prepared to sacrifice his son when a heavenly voice intervened, allowing for an alternative sacrifice. In the Old Testament, a ram becomes the substitute sacrifice. Muslims today honor this act of obedience through the symbolic sacrifice of an animal, typically a lamb, goat, cow, or camel. The meat from the sacrificed animal is divided into three portions, shared equally among family, friends, and those in need. In the Indian subcontinent, the festival is known as Bakr-Id, referring to the tradition of sacrificing a goat or 'bakri'. Indians celebrate this festival with traditional enthusiasm and joy. The celebration typically involves Muslims wearing new clothes and attending open-air prayer meetings. They consider it their duty to ensure all Muslims can enjoy a meat-based meal during this holiday.
