Eid-al-Adha was celebrated in Amritsar with religious fervour, reflecting the city’s rich tradition of shared culture and interfaith harmony. At Jama Masjid Khairuddin, one of the oldest mosques located in Hall Bazaar and among the city’s main congregation points, a sea of people from different backgrounds and faiths could be seen exchanging Eid Mubarak greetings as members of the Muslim community gathered for the morning namaz (prayer).
Members of the local Muslim community, including migrants and some international tourists, attended the Eid celebrations, greeted the community and offered special prayers.
Jama Masjid Khairuddin remains one of the most historically and culturally significant centres of faith in the city, renowned for its unique architectural design. Built in 1876, the mosque reflects traditional Islamic architecture with its exquisite arches and beams. The walls of the mosque were adorned with elaborate calligraphic ‘Aayats’.
Several political leaders, including Dinesh Bassi, senior Congress leader from the East constituency and former chairman of the Amritsar Improvement Trust, also extended Eid-al-Adha greetings. Bassi visited a mosque in the Verka area to greet members of the Muslim community. He said the festival conveys the message of mutual love, brotherhood and unity.
Maulana Shahid Ahmed, president of the All India Ulama Board, stated that Eid-ul-Adha prayers offered at Maula Baksh Masjid were attended by a large number of Muslim devotees. He said the festival symbolises sacrifice and devotion to Allah. Referring to the sacrifices of Hazrat Ibrahim (peace be upon him) and Hazrat Ismail (peace be upon him), Maulana Shahid Ahmed said Eid-al-Adha conveys the message of humanity, faith and true devotion to Allah.
The city’s second major mosque on Sultanwind Road was also decked up for the celebrations, where traditional seviyan (semolina dessert) and sherbet were served among devotees after prayers.
Several Eid delicacies prepared by the local community, including rose petal-infused seviyan kheer and sherbet, were also distributed among traders and shopkeepers at Hall Gate.
