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Bakri Eid to be celebrated on August 23
New Delhi [India], Aug 12 (ANI): The festival of Eid al-Adha will be celebrated across the country on August 23, the Jama Masjid said on Sunday.
Also known as Bakri Eid, Eid al-Adha or the festival of sacrifice is an important religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide with special prayers, greetings, and gifts.
On the occasion, Muslims sacrifice a sheep or goat and share the meat with their family, neighbours and the poor.
The special occasion is celebrated in different countries on varying dates.
(ANI)
This story has not been edited. It has been published as provided by ANI
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