Mumbai celebrates Eid al-Adha

Mumbai witnessed large celebrations of Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakri Eid, as thousands of devotees gathered at mosques to offer prayers

People dressed in traditional attire greeted one another after prayers and exchanged festive wishes with family, friends and neighbours

The festival commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God

As part of the celebrations, many families performed Qurbani, the ritual sacrifice of animals, while also distributing meat and food among relatives, neighbours

Areas including Mohammed Ali Road, Bandra, Kurla and Mira Road witnessed festive crowds and heightened security ahead of the occasion

Authorities deployed police personnel in sensitive areas to maintain law and order during the celebrations