​From mosques to streets: Capturing the spirit of Eid Al-Adha in India

Muslims across the country gathered to observe Namaz in honor of Eid Al-Adha. It is a time for reflection, prayer, and communal celebrations among believers worldwide. (Photo: AP)

"This day reminds us of sacrifice. Sacrifice is not just about the sacrifice of an animal; in essence, it means sacrificing our vices for our own sake. On this day, one should sacrifice all the bad qualities within oneself and bring forth one's goodness," a devotee at Jama Masjid said. (Photo: PTI)

Another worshipper stated, "Today, for the first time, we performed the Eid prayer at the mosque in Delhi, and we felt very good. We had never seen such a large crowd before. Seeing all these people together offering the Eid prayer to Allah made us feel very happy." (Photo: PTI)

In Ajmer, Rajasthan, devotees were seen assembled in significant numbers at Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti's dargah to participate in prayers for the Eid Al-Adha festival. (Photo: AFP)

The Makhdoom Ali Mahimi mosque in Mahim, Mumbai, witnessed a significant gathering of worshippers. Eid Al-Adha is a holy occasion and celebrated on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the 12th month of the Islamic or lunar calendar. It marks the end of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. (Photo: AFP)

Muslim devotees offer Eid al-Adha prayers at a public ground in Bengaluru (Photo: AFP)

Muslim devotees offer namaz at Shah Wasiullah Jama Masjid on Eid al-Adha, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh (Photo: PTI)

Muslims gather to perform namaz on Eid al-Adha at Nakhoda Masjid in Kolkata. This marks an occasion of joy and peace, where people celebrate with their families and make meaningful connections with one another. It denotes Prophet Abraham's willingness to sacrifice everything for God. (Photo: PTI)

Delhi's Meena Bazaar near Jama Masjid bustles with Bakrid shoppers amid a 'mela' featuring goats priced at ₹25,000 and up. In Bhopal, goat prices range from ₹50,000 to ₹7.5 lakh. Hyderabad markets are active with families selecting animals, reinforcing community ties. Rajasthan also sees bustling goat markets ahead of Eid al-Adha celebrations. (Photo: Agencies)

Eid Al-Adha, or Bakrid, a major Islamic festival marks Prophet Abraham's faith and sacrifice, celebrated on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, concluding the annual Hajj pilgrimage. (Photo: Agencies)