Bangladesh celebrating Eid-ul-Adha with religious fervour and festivity

Bangladesh is celebrating Eid-ul-Adha today (28 May) with religious fervour and festivity.

Muslims from all walks of life are observing the festival in the spirit of devotion, sacrifice, and submission to the will of Almighty Allah.

Eid congregations were held at Eidgahs and mosques nationwide in the morning, where devotees offered prayers and seek divine blessings.

Religious scholars and khateebs delivered sermons focusing on the significance of Qurbani and the values of sacrifice, compassion, and obedience in Islam.

Following the prayers, people exchanged Eid greetings, reinforcing the bonds of unity and brotherhood.

Afterwards, Muslims performed Qurbani, sacrificing animals in remembrance of the devotion of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS), who was willing to sacrifice his beloved son Hazrat Ismail (AS) in obedience to Allah's command.

According to Islamic belief, Almighty Allah later replaced Ismail (AS) with a sacrificial animal, symbolising unwavering faith and sacrifice.

President Mohammed Shahabuddin and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, have greeted the nation on the occasion.

The main Eid congregation in the capital took place at the National Eidgah adjacent to the High Court premises. The President, Prime Minister, judges, diplomats, political leaders, and people from different professions attended the Eid prayers there.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) had intensified security measures in olace surrounding the National Eidgah to ensure a peaceful celebration of Eid.

State-run Bangladesh Television and Bangladesh Betar, along with private television channels, are broadcasting special programmes to celebrate the occasion.

Special meals will also be served at hospitals, orphanages, prisons, and child care centres.