Eid-Ul-Fitr is being celebrated today by Muslims across the globe after the month-long dawn to dusk fasting period of Ramadan. Every year, the dates of Ramadan and Eid change according to the Muslim calendar which is based on the phases of the moon. Eid is not just the time for celebrations, get-togethers and feasting, but also remembering Allah, thanking him for the strength he bestowed for a successful Ramadan. Zakat or charity is also offered on this day, as a mark of sharing joys with the less opportune. Ramadan is time for spiritual reflection that takes one towards the divine.
Celebratory messages have been pouring in from political leaders, celebrities and prominent figures across India and world.
Here are the LIVE updates of Eid Celebrations:
Former Vice President of India Hamid Ansari, senior BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain and Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad offered prayers at Jama Masjid today on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
"This is a day to be celebrated with happiness and enthusiasm after the Holy month of Ramzan. It''s a great thing that everyone celebrates this festival together with immense happiness. On this occasion, I appeal to every citizen of this country that they should live with brotherhood and harmony and celebrate this festival with love," Mr Hussain told ANI.
Three of the officials visited the mosque one after another and offered Namaz. Soon after that, they were seen greeting and wishing other people at Jama Masjid.
People were seen in large numbers at Delhi's Jama Masjid on the occasion of Eid.
My greetings and best wishes on the occasion of #EidUlFitr.
- Ashok Gehlot (@ashokgehlot51) June 4, 2019
May this festival bring peace and harmony in our Country. #Eid #EidMubarak pic.twitter.com/OzQiWJGcjC
"On this Eid, we pray for an end to oppression everywhere. We observe this Eid in solidarity with victims of violence and oppression everywhere in the world. Eid Mubarak," she tweeted.
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Eid-ul-Fitr greetings to all!
- Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) June 5, 2019
May the grace of the Almighty usher happiness and harmony in everyone's life. #EidMubarak pic.twitter.com/cLhMFvz9Rk
Have a blessed Id-ul-Fitr. pic.twitter.com/71R9GMW3Tf
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 5, 2019
