Eid al-Adha, or the 'Festival of Sacrifice', is among the most significant festivals in the Islamic calendar. Celebrated by Muslims around the world, it honours the faith and obedience of Prophet Ibrahim, who was willing to sacrifice his son Ismail as an act of devotion towards Allah. However, at the last moment, God intervened and replaced the boy with a ram. Here are some glimpses from the observance of Eid al-Adha in India (Pics/ PTI)
Updated On: 2025-06-07 01:05 PM IST
Compiled by : Anushree Gaikwad
In India, Eid al-Adha 2025 is being observed on June 7
Amid the grandeur of the Taj Mahal, devotees offer Eid-ul-Azha namaz at the historic Shahi Masjid, blending faith with heritage
Devotees gather at Jama Mosque, Ahmedabad, marking Eid-ul-Azha with prayers and unity
Children celebrate after namaz at Idgah in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
The festival coincides with the final day of Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca, a cornerstone of Islamic practice and the Fifth Pillar of Islam
People offer namaz at Gandhi Maidan in Patna, Bihar
All Muslims who are physically and financially able are expected to undertake this journey at least once in their lifetime
People greet one another after offering namaz on the occasion of Eid al-Adha at Jama Masjid in New Delhi
Eid al-Adha is marked by special prayers, feasting, and the ritual sacrifice of animals such as goats or sheep. The meat is distributed to family, friends, and those in need
People offer namaz at Idgah Mosque on Delhi-Jaipur Highway in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Eid al-Adha is not just a day of joy and tradition, it is a reaffirmation of spiritual commitment, empathy for the less fortunate, and a reminder of the power of faith
Devotees offer namaz on Eid al-Adha outside Bandra station in Mumbai
Devotees visit Moti Masjid in Bhopal to offer heartfelt Eid al-Adha prayers, embracing the spirit of sacrifice and unity
Worshippers gather at Idgah Mosque on the Delhi-Jaipur Highway in Jaipur to offer Eid al-Adha prayers, marking the festival with devotion and togetherness
