Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, and several political leaders on Thursday extended greetings to the nation on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakrid, wishing for peace, happiness, prosperity, and communal harmony.
Eid al-Adha is being celebrated across India with religious fervour and enthusiasm, as thousands of devotees gathered at mosques and Eidgahs from early morning to offer special prayers and celebrate one of the holiest festivals in Islam.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted citizens on the occasion and prayed for everyone's success, good health, and well-being. In his message, the Prime Minister conveyed wishes for harmony, prosperity, and happiness for all.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge also took to X and said, "The festival of Eid-al-Adha reflects the timeless virtues of sacrifice, faith, compassion and forgiveness."
"May this blessed occasion inspire us to deepen the spirit of brotherhood, strengthen the bonds of unity, and work together towards a society rooted in peace, harmony and shared progress. Wishing everyone a joyous and blessed Eid Mubarak!" he added.
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi extended his greetings through social media and wrote, "Wishing you and your family a Bakrid filled with joy. May your home be filled with warmth and togetherness today. Eid Mubarak."
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also wished people on the festival and posted, "Eid al-Adha Mubarak to all! May this joyous occasion bring peace, love and prosperity to every home. Wishing everyone happiness, blessings, and the spirit of unity and brotherhood."
Large congregations of worshippers were witnessed in several parts of the country, with people dressed in traditional attire gathering at mosques and Eidgahs to offer prayers and exchange greetings with family, friends, and neighbours.
Devotees said the festival carries a message of brotherhood, communal harmony, compassion, sacrifice, and charity. Many families celebrated the occasion with festive meals, prayers, and acts of kindness, while food and aid were distributed among the underprivileged in keeping with the spirit of the festival.
Authorities across various cities made elaborate security arrangements to ensure peaceful celebrations and maintain law and order during the festivities.
Eid al-Adha, widely known as Bakrid in India, commemorates the devotion and sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim, who was willing to sacrifice his son in obedience to God's command. The festival symbolises faith, obedience, gratitude, compassion, forgiveness, sacrifice, and charity for Muslims around the world.
