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Karnataka Speaker Offers Eid Prayers, Calls for Peace and Unity

Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker UT Kadar Fareed offered Eid al-Fitr prayers in Mangaluru, extending greetings and highlighting the festival's core message of peace and unity. In Kerala, IUML MP PV Abdul Wahab also offered prayers, with a specific focus on peace in West Asia and the world. The report details the significance of Ramadan, its fasting rituals, and the celebration of Eid al-Fitr marking the end of the holy month. Earlier, Lucknow's Eidgah Imam announced the moon sighting, confirming Eid celebrations for March 21, to be followed by special prayers for world peace.

Key Points: Eid al-Fitr Celebrated in India with Prayers for Peace

  • Eid al-Fitr celebrations across India
  • Prayers for global and West Asia peace
  • Ramadan fasting and rituals explained
  • Eid moon sighting announcement
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Karnataka Speaker offers Eid prayers, prays for 'peace and unity'

Karnataka Speaker UT Kadar Fareed offers Eid prayers in Mangaluru, emphasizing the festival's message of peace and unity for the world.

"The message of every religious festival is peace and unity. - UT Kadar Fareed"

Mangaluru, March 20

Karnataka Legislative Assembly speaker UT Kadar Fareed on Friday offered Eid prayers at the Idgah Masjid in Mangaluru.

Speaking to ANI, Fareed said, "I extend best wishes to everyone on Eid al-Fitr. The message of every religious festival is peace and unity. We prayed for a peaceful country and world today."

In Kerala, Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) MP PV Abdul Wahab offers Eid prayers. He told ANI, "Everybody prayed for peace in West Asia and the world."

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Muslim calendar, is one of the most sacred times as it is believed that the Quran came down to the earth from heaven for the very first time.

The holy Quran is regarded as "a guidance for men and women, a declaration of direction, and a means of salvation."

For an entire month, Muslims follow a schedule of waking up early, which they call 'Sheheri', and by 4:45 am have food, then after fasting for the whole day, not even drinking a drop of water.

They perform Namaz five times a day. The early morning prayer is known as Fazar followed by Zohar in second, Ashar in third, Magrit in fourth and the final one- Isha.

The day-long fast (Roza) ends after Magrit which usually falls after 6 pm or later in the evening.

At the end of Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr celebrates the breaking of the fast. Friends and families gather for festive meals and exchange gifts. Special gifts are also given to the poor. It is also believed that fasting during the month of Ramadan is one of the Five Pillars of Islam.

Earlier, Lucknow Eidgah Imam, Maulana Khalid Rasheed Firangi Mahali, announced that the moon was not sighted on Thursday, which means that Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated in India on March 21.

Speaking to ANI, Maulana Rasheed Mahali said that Eid al-Fitr Namaz at Lucknow Eidgah will be followed by prayers for world peace.

"The month of Shawwal has not been sighted today. The 30th Roza will be observed tomorrow, and Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated on March 21. Eid al-Fitr Namaz will be offered at 10 am at Lucknow Eidgah, after which special prayers will be offered for world peace. On the occasion, I extend greetings to the nation," the Muslim cleric said.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Respect to all my Muslim brothers and sisters who observed Roza. The discipline required is immense. The Speaker's gesture is a good one. We need more such symbols of communal harmony from our elected representatives.
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Aman W
While the message of peace is universal and welcome, I do wish our leaders were equally visible and participative in the major festivals of all communities, not just around election time. Consistency matters for genuine unity.
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Sarah B
The article does a nice job explaining the traditions for those of us who aren't familiar. The focus on prayer for world peace, especially in West Asia, is very poignant. Hope the celebrations are filled with joy.
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Karthik V
Eid Mubarak! The essence of every Indian festival is sharing and caring. Glad to read about the prayers for peace. Our country thrives when all communities celebrate together. Enjoy the seviyan!
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Nisha Z
The discipline of fasting from dawn to dusk, not even water, is truly inspiring. It teaches empathy for the less fortunate. A beautiful message for everyone, regardless of faith. 🌙

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