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Bakrid 2026: Muslim leaders hold meeting in Mumbai, appeal for peaceful celebrations
Updated On: 17 May, 2026 08:09 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Bakrid, also known as Eid al-Adha, is expected to be celebrated on May 27 in India, depending on the sighting of the moon. Ahead of the festival elaborate preparations are being made in civic officials in Mumbai

During the meeting, community leaders discussed law and order, civic guidelines, cleanliness arrangements and legal awareness related to the festival. Pic/X
Islamic scholars, Muslim leaders, lawyers, NGO representatives and social activists held a meeting in Mumbai on Sunday to discuss administrative preparedness and ensure peaceful celebrations during the upcoming Bakrid festival, reported the IANS.
Bakrid, also known as Eid al-Adha, is expected to be celebrated on May 27 in India, depending on the sighting of the moon.
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