New Delhi, May 27: Eid-ul-Azha, also known as Bakrid, will be celebrated across the country on Thursday. On this occasion, various religious leaders and community representatives have conveyed messages of brotherhood, sacrifice, and social harmony.
Imam Shafiq Qasmi of the Nakhoda Mosque in Kolkata extended greetings to people of all faiths during Eid-ul-Azha. He emphasized that Eid and Bakrid are not merely religious festivals but also occasions that promote messages of sacrifice, service, and fraternity.
Speaking with reporters, Imam Qasmi stated, “We extend our warm wishes for Bakrid to the Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, and Christian communities across the nation. The sacrifice of livestock on Bakrid is merely symbolic. True sacrifice lies in relinquishing our ego, selfishness, and vices. If we step back for the progress of our brothers, assist those in need, and raise our voices for the truth, that is the essence of true sacrifice.”
He also mentioned that maintaining calm and restraint when someone is hurt by another’s words is a form of sacrifice. According to him, there is a need to promote the spirit of sacrifice and humanity rather than showiness in society.
Responding to the West Bengal government’s regulations related to Eid-ul-Azha, Imam Qasmi clarified that the current rules are not new but rather a strict enforcement of existing laws.
He affirmed that the Muslim community respects the law and is prepared to celebrate the festival with alternative arrangements. “If the sacrifice of cattle is not permitted, we will celebrate Bakrid by sacrificing goats. There is no cause for concern. Our aim is to celebrate the festival peacefully and in brotherhood,” he added.
Meanwhile, Maulana Ejaz Kashmiri, a member of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind, remarked that the Muslim community does not need to learn about their religion from others. He stated, “As Muslims, we do not interfere in other religions, nor do we instruct others on how to celebrate their festivals. Everyone should respect their own faith and traditions.”
Preparations for Eid-ul-Azha are complete nationwide, and authorities have made necessary arrangements for security and order.
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