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Eid al-Adha 2023 wishes, messages and quotes to share with your family and friends

KV Prasad Jun 13, 2022, 06:35 AM IST (Published)

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Eid-ul-Adha is a three-day-long festival. People, during this time, remember the sacrifice made by Prophet Ibrahim. As they say any occasion is incomplete without wishes and greetings, and we have made a list for you.

Here are some Eid Mubarak greetings, messages, and quotes you can send to your loved ones to help them celebrate this joyous event with their families and close friends. This year, Eid-Ul-Adha will be celebrated from Thursday, June 29 to Friday, June 30.

Eid al-Adha 2023 WhatsApp Wishes, Facebook Messages, and Quotes to share with your friends

– May God almighty accept all your sacrifices and reward you with a life that is full of cheers and successes. A heartiest Eid al-Adha Mubarak to you!

– May your plate of life be always full of juicy kababs & tikas, topped with the chutney of happiness. With best wishes, Happy EID!

– On this blessed occasion of devotion and sacrifice, may bless you with all you desire for. Eid al-Adha Mubarak!

– May this special day bring peace, happiness, and prosperity to everyone. Wishing you a very very Happy Eid al-Adha.

– May Allah grant you and your family a peaceful and prosperous life. May the blessings of Allah never leave your side. Wishing you the heartiest Eid al-Adha Mubarak!

– Today, I pray that happiness stays at your door, may it knock early and stay late. And leave the gift of Allah’s love, peace, joy and good health behind. Happy Bakrid!

– May this divine festival give you the courage to tread the right path always. Happy Bakrid!

– Sending you lots of love and warm wishes on Eid-ul-Adha and praying that your life is filled with His graces and blessings. Happy Eid!

– Wishing you love, laughter and joy on this special day. Eid Mubarak!

– Make love and kindness your way of life, and promise yourself that you will never choose the wrong path, Eid Mubarak!

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Eid-Ul-Adha: History, significance and everything you need to know

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Bakrid, or Eid-Ul-Adha, is a prominent Islamic festival which is celebrated all over the world. The festival is celebrated on the tenth day of the last month of the Islamic calendar, Dhu-al-Hijjah. This festival marks the completion of the yearly Hajj pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca.

The rituals of animal sacrifice are related to the legend of Prophet Ibrahim and his son Ismail. On the day of celebration, Muslims sacrifice a sheep or a goat to Allah. The name ‘Bakrid’ comes from the act of sacrificing the goat to Allah.

This year, Eid-Ul-Adha will be celebrated from Thursday, June 29 to Friday, June 30.

The celebrations mark large gatherings at mosques for prayers, where an Imam leads the prayer and preaches on the goodness of sacrifice, compassion, and unity.

Eid-Ul-Adha: History and Significance

Bakrid or Eid-Ul-Adha as a festival glorifies the dedication of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son as an act of obeisance to Allah. It is believed that Allah instructed the Prophet to show his devotion towards him, so he sent the angel Jibril or Gabriel to replace a goat for Ibrahim’s son.

From that instance, devotees believed and celebrated Eid-Ul-Adha by sacrificing a goat or sheep as an offering to Allah.

The sacrificial meat is divided into three parts, in which one part goes to the needy and poor, another part goes to friends and family, and the last share is set aside for their consumption. The three parts indicate devotion, submission, and willingness to surrender to Allah.

Eid-Ul-Adha: Celebration

Eid prayers are organised in the morning at mosques on this day. It features preaching by Imam followed by a prayer.

Bakrid is known for its generosity, and Muslims are encouraged to donate to charities and poor people, especially to those who need help. In today’s world, another way to celebrate the occasion is to donate to a charity or group that provides help to the less fortunate.

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Current COVID-19 curbs to remain, no additional relaxations: Kerala govt

KV Prasad Jun 13, 2022, 06:35 AM IST (Published)

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The Kerala government has said the prevailing category-wise exemptions and restrictions due to the spread of COVID-19 shall continue and that no additional relaxations would be made. The government said it was of this view because of the directive of the Supreme Court to the State to pay heed to the right to life of citizens and the spread of the virus.

In its order dated July 20, the State administration said there would be a full lockdown on July 24 and July 25 with the same guidelines issued during the earlier phase of lockdowns on weekends. “The present categorisation of Local Self-government Institution (LSGI) regions based on the seven-day average test positivity rate (TPR) shall continue. Exemptions and restrictions already applicable to the respective category areas will continue. No additional relaxations shall be granted anywhere under any circumstances,” the order said.

Collectors of districts have been told to identify and demarcate micro-containment zones in all their jurisdictions regardless of the categorisation of the LSGI regions, and enforce stringent restrictions to bring down the new cases, it said. The Health Department has also been directed to conduct a mass testing campaign on Friday (July 23) with three lakh tests with special focus on those districts where the test positivity rate was above 10 per cent, the order read.

“Further, the number of daily tests shall also be enhanced immediately to the peak testing capacity for the effective containment of the pandemic,” it said. On Tuesday, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said the COVID-19 restrictions already in place would continue for another week as the average test positive rate was still above 10 per cent.

The Supreme Court had termed as wholly uncalled for the Left government’s relaxation of lockdown ahead of the Bakrid festival. The apex court had warned the government of action if the curbs were eased as it could worsen the COVID situation. PTI HMP NVG NVG 07211854 NNNN.

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J&K Eid celebration a muted affair amid restrictions, tension

KV Prasad Jun 13, 2022, 06:35 AM IST (Published)

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Eid prayers were held peacefully across Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) on Monday but celebrations were a muted affair. Parts of Jammu and Ladakh saw considerable participation from the people due to the relaxation of restrictions, while muffled celebrations were witnessed across Kashmir owing to the curfew constraints.

For the first time in the last few years, nobody from the Abdullah family came out to the local Eidgah (a place where Muslims offer mass prayers during special occasions or festivals) in Srinagar to offer prayers. Former chief minister Omar Abdullah continues to remain under house arrest while his father and MP Farooq Abdullah is also under detention. Former CM Mehbooba Mufti also couldn’t offer prayers as she also is detained and put up at a government accommodation in Chashma Shahi area.

In Srinagar district, prayers were held at local mosques and not at traditional mosques. Prayers weren’t allowed at the Hazaratbal shrine, Jamia Masjid and other major mosques. At Syed Saheb shrine in Sonwar area where the Abdullah family would come to offer prayers also remained out of bounds.

“I have never seen such restrictions since the 2010 unrest in the Valley. I, along with the family, reached Sonwar shrine after great difficulty to offer prayers but it was locked. The government should have at least made announcements to inform us where prayers could be offered. We can’t call anyone or move out freely. [We] managed to offer prayers at a local mosque in my locality with fear and nervousness. The government doesn’t have a shortage of troops, so they could have sent more troops if they feared unrest, but they should have at least eased restrictions and allowed prayers,” said Sarmad Hashmi, a government employee and resident of Raj Bagh in Srinagar.

The government also admitted that the celebrations were muted across the region. The J&K government spokesperson and senior bureaucrat Rohit Kansal acknowledged that some restrictions were put in place, but also added that prayers were held across the region.

A Home Ministry statement said the number of people who came to offer prayers was around 1,800 at Pulwama and 10,000 at Baramulla.

According to reports, strict restrictions were imposed especially following the afternoon and it came as a surprise to many locals.

A restive calm prevailed across the Valley. The residents couldn’t contact or greet their relatives and friends as all modes of telecommunication have been snapped and the internet also blocked. The festivity mood was clearly missing though no incident of violence had taken place.

The government had detained about 500 political workers and activists across the region after the abrogation of Article 370 on August 5 by the Centre. The government has sent about 40,000 additional paramilitary security personnel in J&K. Rapid Action Force (RAF) have been deployed at all major towns across the region ahead of Eid celebrations.

Celebrations on amid protests in Kargil

The Joint Action Committee has started protests in Kargil against the bifurcation of J&K and grouping Kargil with Leh district of the new union territory. All shops remained open and thousands of people gathered at Islamia School Kargil and Jamia Masjid. Prayers were held across the district. Restrictions were eased on Monday, though mobile internet service remained snapped and broadband was also erratic.

“Eid prayers were held as usual here. Though the decision [to divide the state into two union territories] was taken without our will or consent, we always sided with India and reluctantly accept the decision too. Eid celebrations were affected but not to a great extent,” said Basharat Ladakhi, a resident of Kargil.

Restrictions relaxed in Jammu

In Jammu, where curfew or strict restrictions have been lifted in five out of the ten districts, Eid prayers were held peacefully. The administration had posted senior police officials in sensitive districts to supervise the situation.

In Rajouri and Poonch, peaceful prayers were held at the main mosques. The authorities had lifted restrictions to a large extent allowing congregation at the important mosques, unlike in the Valley. In Poonch, the army had set up a facility for the locals to make telephone calls to their relatives and friends.

“Though we are allowed to offer prayers without any restrictions, the feeling of festivity is not there as the government hasn’t taken the decision with our consent. We don’t want to disturb the communal harmony but are worried about our future,” said Tazim Dar, a resident of Rajouri.

In Jammu city, heavy security arrangements were made around the main Eidgah. Teams of RAF and Quick Reaction Teams (QRTs) of J&K police were deployed. According to government estimates, 5,000 people offered prayers at the Eidgah in Jammu.

Leaders of National Conference, who would usually come to greet people after prayers, were missing as provincial president Devender Rana is under house arrest. However, mayor of the Jammu Municipal Corporation, president of the bar association in Jammu and other Bharatiya Janata Party leaders arrived at the Eidgah to greet people.

In the communally-sensitive Kishtwar district of the Jammu region, prayers were held peacefully under strict restrictions. Here too, like in the valley, prayers were held at local mosques and the congregation was not allowed at the main ground, where prayers are traditionally held. Shops and business establishments remained closed and internet services remain snapped. In 2013, three people had died during a communal clash on Eid in Kishtwar.

In Doda district, prayers were held in an almost similar manner. However, in Samba, Kathua and Udhampur districts prayers were held peacefully amidst tension.

Tarun Upadhyay  is a member of 101Reporters, a pan-India network of grassroots reporters.

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