Eid-ul-Fitr was observed with deep religious fervour across Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, as political and religious leaders offered prayers for peace, communal harmony, brotherhood, and unity among the people. Hundreds of thousands gathered in mosques and designated Eidgahs to mark the conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan.
Prominent figures, including Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, along with other mainstream leaders, extended warm greetings to the people on the occasion.
In a post on X, Omar Abdullah wrote, "Eid Mubarak to everyone, especially those celebrating today. This Eid takes place at a particularly difficult time for the Ummah and is more a time for reflection & solidarity. May this holy day be a harbinger of peace and an end to the pain & suffering of this unjust war.”
The Lieutenant Governor’s office posted, “Eid Mubarak! Heartiest greetings and good wishes to all on the auspicious occasion of Eid al-Fitr. The sacred festival embodies the noble spirit of sacrifice and the joy of sharing. May Eid usher in peace, prosperity, and happiness for all.”
Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Umar Farooq shared greetings on X, stating, "Our happiness remains incomplete as people in Palestine, Iran, and other parts of the Middle East continue to face suffering and loss of lives.”
He criticised the administration for closing the historic Jamia Masjid in Srinagar for the seventh consecutive year, describing it as turning celebration into grief, and noted the irony of authorities wishing “Eid Mubarak” while restricting access to mosques.
In Srinagar, thousands—including senior political leaders and prominent citizens—offered prayers at the historic Hazratbal Shrine.
In the winter capital Jammu, the largest congregation assembled at the Eidgah ground, where hundreds of Muslims gathered for special Eid prayers.
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