The holy festival of Eid al-Adha, also known as the 'festival of sacrifice' is celebrated on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the 12th month of the Islamic calendar. It is celebrated as a commemoration of Prophet Abraham's willingness to sacrifice everything for God.
The festival of Eid-ul-Adha is a significant Islamic festival celebrated with great enthusiasm in Hyderabad. Hyderabad markets are flooded with goats/sheep as the Muslim families prepare for the traditional sacrificial ritual.
Guwahati (Assam) [India], July 10 (ANI): On the auspicious occasion of Eid-Al-Adha on Sunday, devotees from all over the country offered their prayers.
New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday greeted people on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha and wished that the festival inspires everyone to work towards furthering the spirit of collective well-being and prosperity for the good of humankind.