SRINAGAR: Eid Milad-un-Nabi was celebrated across the country on Wednesday, with devotees offering prayers at prominent religious places in Srinagar and Mumbai, while streets in Shivamogga, Karnataka, were illuminated and decorated to mark the occasion.
In Srinagar, people gathered at Dargah Hazratbal and offered prayers on the occasion. Devotees highlighted the message of peace, humanity and communal harmony associated with Prophet Muhammad.
A local resident, Mohammad Yasin, called for an end to wars and greater humanity across the world.
“His (Prophet Muhammad) message of peace has been to us, and in this way we have been taught that we too need this peace in the entire world. No matter what religion a human being belongs to, we must purify humanity, and these wars that are taking place in the world must be stopped. There should be humanity in the world, and there should be peace and security,” he said.
In Mumbai, people offered prayers at Minara Masjid to mark Eid Milad-un-Nabi. A local resident described the occasion as a day of divine blessings and prayed for the well-being and protection of the Muslim community and the city.
“Prominent figures and celebrities will be arriving; throughout the day, food will be distributed, and processions and gatherings will take place,” the resident said.
Meanwhile, celebrations in Shivamogga saw Amir Ahmed Circle in the Ragigudda locality decked up with attractive electric illuminations. A model artwork depicting Mecca and Medina emerged as a major attraction, while young people were seen dancing to music as celebrations continued.
Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to people on Milad-un-Nabi and wished for happiness, togetherness, prosperity and harmony across the country.
“Eid Mubarak! Greetings on Milad-un-Nabi. I hope this occasion furthers togetherness and joy all around us. May the spirit of kindness and giving back to society always guide us,” Modi said.
Milad-un-Nabi is observed to commemorate the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad.