Guwahati: The Border Security Force (BSF) and Pakistan Rangers exchanged sweets at the Attari-Wagah border on Sunday in observance of Eid Al-Adha.
Speaking on the occasion, BSF Commandant Jasbir Singh said, ” BSF presented treats to Pakistan Rangers in honour of Eid Al-Adha at the Joint Check Post (JCP) Attari Border. This handshake between two border patrolling personnel is customary. This represents our tradition, goodwill, and peace as well.”
The holy occasion known as the “festival of sacrifice” is also called Eid al-Adha or Bakra Eid, and it is commemorated on July 10 this year. It takes place on the tenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the 12th month of the Islamic or lunar calendar. It signals the conclusion of the yearly Hajj trip.
The date varies every year as it’s based on the Islamic lunar calendar, which is around 11 days shorter than the 365-day Gregorian calendar used in the West.
Eid al-Adha is an occasion of joy and peace, where people celebrate with their families, let go of past grudges and make meaningful connections with one another. It is observed to remember Prophet Abraham’s readiness to give up all for God.
Worldwide, there are many various Eid customs and celebrations, and each nation observes this significant holiday in a distinctively cultural way. Muslims in India dress newly and participate in outdoor prayer gatherings. They would sacrifice a sheep or a goat and give the meat to the impoverished, their neighbours, and family members.
On this day, many meals are consumed, including mutton biryani, Ghosht Haleem, Shami Kebab, and mutton korma, as well as desserts like kheer and Sheer Khurma. Giving to the less fortunate is seen as an essential component of Eid al-Adha.