Under clear skies and amid heightened police presence, thousands of worshippers gathered across Hyderabad on Saturday (June 7, 2025) morning to offer Id al-Adha prayers. From sprawling Idgah grounds to neighbourhood mosques, prayers were completed smoothly, followed by the traditional qurbani rituals.
Muslims offer Id al-Adha prayers, in Chilkalguda of Secunderabad on Saturday (June 7, 2025) | Photo Credit: RAMAKRISHNA G
For many, the festival is about more than just rituals. Farzana Begum, a homemaker from Malakpet, said the day holds deep personal meaning. “Id al-Adha is a time of gratitude, sacrifice and sharing. It’s about remembering our faith, spending time with loved ones, and reaching out to those in need. The prayers, the food, the sense of community, it all comes together on this day,” she said.
Large Number Muslims participating in Id al-Adha prayer at an Idgah in Sangareddy district | Photo Credit: MOHD ARIF
Ayaan Khan, a 26-year-old graphic designer from Banjara Hills, shared a more contemporary view. “For me, Bakrid is about the spirit behind the tradition, compassion, equality and giving back. It’s less about rituals and more about reconnecting with values that matter, with family and friends around.”
