EID MUBARAK! Why is Eid-ul-Adha CELEBRATED? Check what President, Vice President and Prime Minister has wished to the people

Eid-ul-Adha 2021: Eid-ul-Zuha or Eid-ul-Adha is celebrated on the 10th day of Dhu-al-Hijjah and two days after the beginning of Hajj pilgrimage in the last month of the Islamic calendar. President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have greeted the citizens of the country on Eid-ul-Adha.

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The commencement of the festival depends on the sighting of the new crescent moon. This festival marks the end of Hajj and involves animal sacrifice as a symbol of Ibrahim's sacrifice to Allah.

On the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has tweeted from his official Twitter handle. He tweeted, "Eid Mubarak! Best wishes on Eid-ul-Adha. May this day further the spirit of collective empathy, harmony and inclusivity in the service of greater good."

Eid Mubarak!

Best wishes on Eid-ul-Adha. May this day further the spirit of collective empathy, harmony and inclusivity in the service of greater good.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 21, 2021

President Ram Nath Kovind has also extended his greetings on the occasion of Eid-ul-Zuha or Eid-ul-Adha. The President of India has tweeted from his official Twitter account, "Eid Mubarak to all fellow citizens. Eid-ul-Zuha is a festival to express regard for the spirit of love and sacrifice, and to work together for unity and fraternity in an inclusive society. Let us resolve to follow COVID-19 guidelines and work for happiness of all."

Eid Mubarak to all fellow citizens. Eid-uz-Zuha is a festival to express regard for the spirit of love and sacrifice, and to work together for unity and fraternity in an inclusive society. Let us resolve to follow COVID-19 guidelines and work for happiness of all.

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) July 21, 2021

On Tuesday, on the eve of Eid-ul-Adha, Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu greeted the people and urged them to celebrate the festival keeping in mind COVID-appropriate behaviour as per a PTI report.

In his message, Naidu reflected on the fact that Eid-ul-Adha is the festival of sacrifice and exemplifies ultimate devotion to God. He said, "In our country, festivals are occasions for families and communities to come together and celebrate. But due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we will have to remain content with modest celebrations this year."

He added, "May this Eid-ul-Zuha bring peace, harmony and happiness in our lives."