In pictures: How India celebrated Eid-ul-Adha this year

AP / Updated: May 28, 2026, 16:00 IST

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Thousands gather at Jama Masjid for Eid prayers

People dressed in traditional attire assemble at Delhi’s Jama Masjid to offer Eid-ul-Adha prayers, as the historic mosque turns into a sea of faith and celebration at dawn.

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Children add festive cheer outside Jama Masjid

Children run across the courtyard of Delhi’s Jama Masjid after Eid-ul-Adha prayers, capturing the joy, excitement and festive spirit that marks the celebration across India.

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Festive moments bring smiles during Eid celebrations

A young girl wearing bright pink sunglasses steals the spotlight during Eid-ul-Adha prayers, reflecting the lighter, joyful moments that accompany the festival’s spiritual celebrations.

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Mutton delicacies the highlight of Eid celebrations

From aromatic mutton curry to festive delicacies, Eid-ul-Adha celebrations across India are incomplete without lavish family feasts shared with relatives, friends and neighbours.

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Silhouettes capture peaceful spirit of Eid-ul-Adha

The silhouette of worshippers against the evening sky creates a serene moment during Eid-ul-Adha celebrations, reflecting the festival’s spiritual and reflective essence.

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Thousands offer Eid-ul-Adha prayers in Bhopal

Worshippers gather in large numbers at Taj-ul-Masajid in Bhopal to offer Eid-ul-Adha prayers, as scenes of devotion and unity mark the festival celebrations.

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Kolkata mosque witnesses grand Eid-ul-Adha gatherings

Thousands gather at a mosque in Kolkata to offer Eid-ul-Adha prayers, as streets around the heritage structure fill with worshippers celebrating the festival with devotion and unity.

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Warm embraces mark Eid-ul-Adha celebrations in Kolkata

People exchange greetings and embrace one another after Eid-ul-Adha prayers at a mosque in Kolkata, reflecting the festival’s spirit of brotherhood, peace and togetherness.

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Mumbai streets fill with Eid-ul-Adha prayers

Thousands of worshippers offer Eid-ul-Adha prayers on the streets near Bandra railway station in Mumbai, as the city witnesses large-scale celebrations marked by faith and unity.

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Navi Mumbai residents gather for Eid-ul-Adha prayers

Worshippers in Navi Mumbai offer Eid-ul-Adha prayers in large numbers, as communities come together to mark the festival with faith, devotion and unity.

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Ajmer Sharif Dargah sees massive Eid-ul-Adha crowd

Worshippers gather in large numbers at the Ajmer Sharif Dargah in Rajasthan during Eid-ul-Adha celebrations, as the shrine witnesses vibrant scenes of prayer, devotion and festivity.

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Youngsters wave Tricolour during Eid-ul-Adha celebrations

Two children embrace while holding the Indian flag during Eid-ul-Adha celebrations, reflecting unity, patriotism and the spirit of togetherness during the festival.