Muslims pray in Vijayawada on Saturday to mark Eid-Ul-Fitr. | Photo credit: GN RAO
Eid-ul-Fitr was celebrated with enthusiasm and tradition on Saturday. Muslims exchanged courtesies with their relatives and friends.
Thousands of Muslims offered special prayers in mosques. A large gathering was seen at mosques in Yenamalakudur, Labbipet, One Town and other places in Vijayawada.
Special prayers were held at the Indira Gandhi Municipal Corporation (IGMC) Stadium. Islamic scholar Janab Abdul Mustan Nadvi explained the significance of the festival: “During the month of Ramadan, the Holy Quran was revealed to all mankind. Therefore, fasting for the entire month is obligatory.”
Hafiz Riyazuddin Sahib, who led the sermon, emphasized that Islam promotes mutual love, brotherhood and unity among people. He prayed for world peace and expressed the hope that people live in harmony.
Muslims invited family members, well-wishers and friends to their homes and held feasts. They exchanged greetings and wished each other happiness and prosperity.
The festival was also celebrated with festivity in Eluru, Machilipatnam, Gudivada, Jaggaiahpeta and other places.
Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer extended Eid greetings to Muslims.
“Ramzan is a season of devotion, fasting, charitable giving and self-responsibility. On this holy day of Eid-ul-Fitr, let us redeem our commitment to respect the dignity of all beings, the sanctity of life and the seriousness of all faiths.” Mr. Abduz Nazeer said in a report.
Eidgah Muslim Committee Secretary General Sheikh Munir Ahmed emphasized that mutual participation in festivals can reduce social and political distances. He urged all to work for the promotion of humanity beyond caste and religious differences.
The committee members thanked the state government, city and police forces for their support in organizing the prayers.
Published – 21 March 2026 23:22 IST
