Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations have begun across the country, bringing an air of joy, togetherness, and festivity as families and communities gather to mark the end of Ramadan.
The day was filled with warm embraces, the exchange of Eid greetings, and the sharing of traditional delicacies such as biryani, kebabs, sevai, kheer, and sheer khurma. In cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata, people donned new clothes, visited mosques for prayers, and decorated their homes to mark the special occasion.
Children, excited to receive Eidi (gifts or money from elders), were seen joyfully celebrating the festival. “We are celebrating Eid with our parents and friends, and everyone is happy. Whatever people give us as Eidi, we take it happily,” a young boy told ANI.
Prominent figures also joined in the celebrations. BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain, after offering namaz at the Parliament Street mosque in Delhi, emphasized the festival’s spirit of unity. “Eid is the day to forget everything and embrace each other. I pray for unity in the country and for its continued progress,” he said.
The festival also welcomed international visitors, with foreign students from Mozambique and Nigeria expressing their admiration for India’s multicultural harmony. “It was my first time here, and it was one of the best experiences I had in India. The way people from different religions live together and share love is incredible,” a student at GD Goenka University shared after offering namaz at Jama Masjid.
Authorities ensured smooth celebrations, with tight security arrangements in place. Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Central Delhi, M Harsha Vardhan, confirmed that “a huge crowd was observed at mosques, but all security measures were in place, and no incidents were reported.”
Beyond urban centers, rural communities also embraced the festival with small gatherings, family feasts, and acts of charity. Many participated in the tradition of Zakat, providing food, clothing, and financial assistance to those in need, reflecting the core values of empathy and generosity.
Eid-ul-Fitr, meaning the Festival of Breaking the Fast, marks the conclusion of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. After a month of self-restraint and spiritual reflection, the festival serves as a time of gratitude, joy, and communal harmony.
The celebrations continue to highlight the values of peace, kindness, and compassion, reinforcing the spirit of Eid as a festival of unity and goodwill.
