ISLAMABAD: Eid-ul-Azha is being celebrated today with religious zeal and fervour to commemorate the supreme sacrifice of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) and Hazrat Ismael (AS).
The day dawned with special prayers in mosques for well-being of the Muslim Ummah and peace, progress and prosperity of the country.
Eid prayers’ congregations are being held at mosques, Eidgahs and open places in all cities, towns and villages across the country.
Ulema, in their Eid sermons, are highlighting the significance and philosophy of great sacrifice offered by Hazrat Ibrahim and Hazrat Ismael (AS).
People are offering sacrifice of animals to follow the Sunnah of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS).
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The Municipal Administrations in cities and towns have made special arrangements for disposal of offal and other solid waste during three days of Eid-ul-Azha and to ensure cleanliness.
