Bakrid celebrated with religious fervour across Tamil Nadu
Chennai, May 28
Muslims across Tamil Nadu celebrated Bakrid, one of the most important festivals in Islam, with prayers, charity, and community gatherings on Thursday. The festival, also known as Eid al-Adha, commemorates the sacrifice and devotion of Prophet Ibrahim, who was willing to sacrifice his son in obedience to God's command.
Observed on the 10th day of the Islamic month of Dhul-Hijjah, Bakrid is marked by special prayers, acts of charity, and the ritual sacrifice of animals, with meat distributed among relatives, neighbours, and the poor.
From the early hours of Thursday, Muslims dressed in new traditional attire gathered at mosques, open grounds, and stadiums across the state to offer special Eid prayers. Men, women, and children participated in the celebrations and exchanged greetings after the prayers.
In Chennai, Bakrid celebrations were held with great enthusiasm in several parts of the city, including Perambur, Otteri, Royapuram, Purasawalkam, Anna Nagar, Ice House, Washermanpet, Tondiarpet, and Kodungaiyur.
Thousands of worshippers attended special prayers conducted at mosques and designated prayer grounds amid tight security and traffic arrangements. Children wearing colourful festive outfits added vibrancy to the celebrations as families gathered to mark the occasion.
Community leaders also appealed for peace, harmony, and communal unity during the celebrations.
In Tirunelveli district, large congregations were witnessed in Melapalayam, a Muslim-majority locality, where devotees in traditional attire assembled from early morning for prayers. Similar scenes were reported from several districts across Tamil Nadu, where special prayer meetings were organised in mosques and open stadiums.
Following the prayers, many families performed the traditional Qurbani ritual by sacrificing goats, cattle, and other permitted animals, with a significant portion of the meat donated to the poor and needy as part of Islamic practice.
Religious scholars delivering Eid messages emphasised the values of sacrifice, compassion, charity, and social harmony associated with Bakrid.
Special prayers were also offered for peace, prosperity, and communal harmony in the country. Authorities across Tamil Nadu made elaborate arrangements to ensure the smooth conduct of Bakrid prayers and related festivities.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Wonderful to see Tamil Nadu's spirit of unity! However, I wish the media would cover the actual meaning behind Qurbani more deeply—it's not just about sacrifice, but about obedience and compassion. Still, happy to see our traditions alive!
Celebrated with my family in Perambur today! The morning prayers were so peaceful, and distributing meat to the needy feels so fulfilling. Wishing everyone a blessed Bakrid! 🤲
Great to see religious harmony in Tamil Nadu! Coming from the US, I admire how communities here blend tradition with modern security arrangements. The children in new clothes must have been adorable! 😊
Bakrid in Chennai is always special—the streets in Royapuram and Washermanpet come alive! But I hope the authorities also focus on better waste management after the Qurbani. Small steps towards cleanliness would make festivals even better!
The emphasis on charity and caring for the poor is what makes Bakrid so beautiful. In these divisive times, we need more festivals that remind us of our shared humanity. Eid Mubarak to all! ❤️
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