Eid Celebrations in J&K: Peaceful Gatherings at Mosques
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Synopsis
Eid prayers were peacefully conducted across Jammu and Kashmir, with significant gatherings at the Hazratbal shrine in Srinagar. Community members came together to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, reflecting unity and joy, while authorities ensured safety and organization during the festivities.
Key Takeaways
- Eid prayers held peacefully throughout J&K.
- Hazratbal shrine hosted the largest congregation.
- Communal harmony observed among different communities.
- Authorities provided security and sanitation arrangements.
- Charitable donations increased during Eid festivities.
Srinagar, March 31 (NationPress) Eid prayers were held on Monday across Jammu and Kashmir, with the largest assembly of worshippers taking place at the Hazratbal shrine in Srinagar.
Numerous devoted Muslims gathered at various Eidgahs throughout the Union Territory (UT), offering thanksgiving prayers on Eid-ul-Fitr after the conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and former CM Farooq Abdullah participated in the prayers at the Hazratbal shrine.
Many children, dressed in new clothes, accompanied their fathers, reflecting their joy on this festive occasion.
Eid prayers were also conducted in several locations across Srinagar city and in other districts such as Budgam, Baramulla, Kupwara, Bandipora, Ganderbal, Pulwama, Shopian, and Kulgam in the Valley.
In Jammu, the largest gathering was reported at the Eidgah ground, where hundreds participated in the prayers.
Hindu and Sikh friends and neighbors extended their greetings to their Muslim counterparts during this festive time.
Instances of communal harmony were observed in various areas of the Jammu division, including Poonch, Rajouri, Doda, Kishtwar, Ramban, Reasi, Udhampur, Samba, and Kathua.
The authorities ensured adequate security and sanitation measures at the prayer grounds to facilitate a smooth experience for the devotees.
However, Eid prayers were prohibited at the Eidgah grounds in the old city area of Srinagar due to ongoing renovation work, as stated by officials from the Waqf board.
Senior religious and political figure Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, who intended to pray at the Eidgah ground in Srinagar, claimed he was placed under house arrest by the authorities.
Kashmir is home to numerous charitable organizations that support orphans and the destitute, relying heavily on public donations. Over the past two decades, the tradition of contributing to genuine charitable institutions has flourished in Kashmir.
Affluent local families are known to generously donate to these institutions, ensuring that the underprivileged can partake in the joy and festivities of Eid.
Eid prayers concluded peacefully across all locations in J&K, with no reported incidents of unrest.
