Rahul Gandhi celebrates Eid in Amethi

All India Congress General Secretary Rahul Gandhi celebrated Eid in his constituency of Amethi.

General Secretary of the Indian National Congress, Rahul Gandhi celebrated the festival of Eid-ul-Azha in his constituency of Amethi. (NDTV Photo)

Rahul waited patiently for the namaz to get over.(NDTV Photo)
He also interacted with the local residents there. (NDTV Photo)
Eid-ul-Azha or Festival of Sacrifice is being celebrated by Muslims across the world.

Seen here: Rahul Gandhi embracing residents of the area.(NDTV Photo)

Eid-ul-Azha or Festival of Sacrifice honours Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son Ishmael on the order of God, who according to Islamic tradition provided a lamb in the boy's place.

Seen here: Rahul Gandhi interacting with locals in Amethi. (NDTV Photo)
Rahul also spoke to the mithaiwalas there and wished them on the occasion. (NDTV Photo)
Seen here: Rahul Gandhi getting out of his car amid tight security.(NDTV Photo)