Shab-e-Qadr, the holiest night in the Islamic calendar, was observed with deep religious fervour as hundreds of thousands of Muslims thronged mosques and shrines across the Kashmir Valley for nightlong prayers on Monday night, officials said on Tuesday.
Celebrated on the last odd night before the end of the holy month of Ramadan, devotees gathered in large numbers for special prayers, Quran recitation, and supplications as the month of fasting nears its close.
The largest congregation was held at the revered Hazratbal Shrine on the banks of Dal Lake, which houses the holy relic of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
Thousands converged there despite the massive rush and heavy security arrangements.
Significant gatherings were also witnessed at other prominent mosques and shrines, including Dastgeer Sahib, Syed Yaqoob Shah Sahib, and Chrar-e-Sharief, where devotees performed nightlong prayers and sought blessings for peace and prosperity.
Muslims prayed for the well-being, health, and lasting peace in Jammu and Kashmir, where normalcy has gradually returned after decades of turmoil.
Eid-ul-Fitr is likely to be celebrated on Friday or Saturday, marking the culmination of the holy month of Ramadan. The peaceful observance of Shab-e-Qadr this year reflected the restored calm in the Valley, with authorities ensuring smooth arrangements at major religious sites.
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