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Tis’ the day to be jolly! As rain lashed Delhi-NCR today, people came out dressed in their best to celebrate Eid al-Adha, commonly known as Bakrid. Images from around the world have started pouring in showing millions from the Muslim community joining the celebrations.Eid al-Adha is the second most auspicious Islamic festival. It celebrates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son, Prophet Ismail, to show his dedication towards God. However, God stopped him from making the sacrifice and he was presented with a lamb which he could sacrifice instead. Here are some pictures showing Eid celebrations in Delhi-NCR.
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People offer prayers at Jama Masjid on the occasion of Eid al-Adha festival on June 29, 2023. (Image: Reuters)
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The day begins with prayers. (Image: Reuters)
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Men greet each other on the occasion of Eid al-Adha festival in Delhi. (Image: Reuters)
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Nigerian Muslim women greet each other after offering prayers at Jama Masjid. (Image: Reuters)
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A family sits and talk after offering Eid al-Adha prayers at the Jama Masjid. (Image: AP)
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Muslims look for buying goats and sheep at a livestock market during Eid al-Adha festival in New Delhi on June 29. (Image: AP)
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Men offer prayers on the occasion of Eid al-Adha festival, at Leisure Valley ground, in Gurugram. (Image: PTI)