September 2, 2017 12:13 PM

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Eid-ul-Azha celebrated with religious fervor, enthusiasm

Eid-ul-Azha, the festival of sacrifice is being celebrated with religious fervour and enthusiasm in various parts of the country today. The faithfuls dressed in their best thronged Eidgahs and mosques to offer Eid prayers. Later they exchanged Eid greetings. <br/> <br/>In Delhi, main congregations were held at Jama Masjid, Fatehpuri mosque and Shahi Eidgah. Speaking on the occasion, the Imams, who led the prayers appealed to people to maintain peace and harmony and celebrate the festival in the spirit of brotherhood.<br/> <br/>Eid-ul-Azha is celebrated to commemorate the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his only son in obedience of God's command. Reports of Eid congregations have also come in from other parts of the country.

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