Eid-ul-Fitr today

Srinagar, Apr 9: Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the culmination of the holy month of Ramadhan, is being celebrated in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday. The biggest Eid congregation is expected at Dargah Hazratbal shrine, where thousands of people are expected to join Eid prayers.
On Tuesday, the crescent for the month of Shawwal was sighted in Jammu and Kashmir. The moon sighting committees in the Union Territory in the initial stage claimed that they have started receiving the evidence and thus simultaneously asked the people to delay Taraweeh prayers till the announcement is made.However, many of the Masjids witnessed Taraweeh prayers.
Nonetheless, on Tuesday lat evening, Kashmir’s Grand Mufti, Nasir-ul-Islam said the crescent moon was sighted in Jammu and Kashmir, making Wednesday (April 10) the first day of Shawwal.
He said that enough evidence were received from various parts of J&K about sightings of the crescent.
He said that the consultative committee headed by him (Grand Mufti) with members Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, Moulana Rehmatullah Qasimi, Moulana Abdul Lateef Alqandi, Ghulam Rasool Hami and ulemas from Jammu and Chenab valley have concluded that Eid-ul-Fitr will be observed on Wednesday.
He also extended his Eid greetings to the Muslim Ummah, especially to the people of Jammu and Kashmir. “May this auspicious occasion bring with it a lot of joy, happiness, peace and prosperity to all of us”, he said.
Meanwhile, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has greeted the people on the eve of Eid-ul-Fitr.
In his message, the Lt Governor said: “On the joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, I convey my heartiest greetings and good wishes to all.
Eid-ul-Fitr marks the culmination of the pious month of Ramzan and symbolizes brotherhood, unity, compassion, harmony and the spirit of sharing. The festival inspires us to dedicate ourselves to the service of humanity.
May the holy festival bring good health, happiness and prosperity in everyone’s lives”.
The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Party President Dr Farooq Abdullah, and Vice President Omar Abdullah on Tuesday extended warm greetings to people on the joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
In his Eid greetings, Dr Farooq said, “I extend my warm wishes to people on the auspicious occasion praying that the Almighty accept our month-long fasting, repentance, prayers and rectitude. I urge the affluent class in the society to help those who do not have any resources to celebrate the Eid. The prevailing situation has regrettably increased the social gap with uncertainty looming large over the poorest of poor, daily wagers, marginal farmers pushing them to the brink of hunger. On the auspicious occasion of Eid ul Fitr, the well off in our society should lend all support to the people in need.”
Party Vice President Omar Abdullah while extending warm wishes to the people on the auspicious occasion of Eid ul Fitr said, “On this day we should include the underprivileged in our happiness. There is no superior act than sharing our resources with the people in need. I wish the candles of piety and faith remain lit in our families and neighbourhood throughout the year. I extend my warm wishes to the people on the auspicious eve with a view that the needs of the people at need are taken care of by the affluent ones. May the auspicious day increase the prospects of peace, prosperity, and brotherhood in J&K.”
Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari extended warm greetings to the people, particularly the Muslims of Jammu and Kashmir, on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
In his message, Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari said, “I extend heartfelt greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir, especially the Muslims, on the joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr. Besides festivity and joyful celebration, this auspicious occasion symbolizes our gratitude to Almighty for His gift of the month of Ramadan, which provided us with an opportunity for repentance, purification of the self, and the pursuit of piety.”
Apni Party President appealed to people to share their happiness with those who are less privileged and urged them to pray for the peace and prosperity of this land, on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
He said, “I humbly request that we remember to share our happiness with the poor and needy and extend our help to the underprivileged members of our society while we celebrate this joyous occasion. Also, I appeal to people to pray for the peace and well-being of Jammu and Kashmir on this festive and revered occasion.”
J&K Peoples Conference President Sajad Lone has also extended his heartfelt wishes to the people on the joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the end of holy month of Ramadan.
In his statement, Lone highlighted the profound significance of Eid-ul-Fitr, emphasising how this sacred occasion fosters a renewed and reinvigorated sense of faith within the hearts of believers after the spiritual introspection and devotion of Ramadan.
“On this auspicious day, I pray for the Almighty Allah’s blessings to shower upon us all, guiding us towards greater empathy, tolerance and understanding. It’s a moment to strengthen the ties that bind us and to forgive those who may have wronged us,” he expressed.
Furthermore, the PC President stressed on the importance of remembering the less fortunate and extending a helping hand while celebrating with family and loved ones.
Pertinently, the markets witnessed hustle-bustle from the last couple of days as shoppers were seen buying the essentials, food items, clothes and stuff for the festival.