Muslims taking part in mass prayer on the occasion of Eid ul-Adha at Gandhi Memorial Museum road in Madurai on Thursday.

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Thousands of Muslims gathered at the Idgah Grounds in Madurai on Thursday to offer special prayers in view of Bakrid or Eid-Ul-Adha, marking the spirit of sacrifice.People gathered in large numbers for the special prayers in the idgahs and mosques across Madurai district, including places such as Goripalayam, Munichalai, K. Pudur, Mattuthavani, S.S. Colony, Bibikulam, Othakadai, Nelpettai, Therkuvasal, Tamukkam, Kazimar street and other places. Special prayers and exchange of gifts marked the festival of sacrifice.

Muslims taking part in mass prayer on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha at Gandhi Memorial Museum road in Madurai on Thursday.

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