Muslims offer Eid Namaz wearing black armbands:Separate arrangements made in Sunni and Shia mosques

After the completion of 30 days of Ramadan, the festival of Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on Saturday, March 21, in Bhopal with devotion and enthusiasm. The announcement was made by City Qazi Syed Mushtaq Ali Nadvi after the moon was not sighted on Thursday. Appeal for peaceful protest during Namaz Muslim organizations have urged people to celebrate the festival with simplicity this year. Worshippers have been requested to wear black bands while offering namaz as a symbolic and peaceful protest. The appeal was made after Friday prayers, expressing support for Iran and opposition to Israel, while urging people to maintain peace and harmony during the observance. Namaz timings across major mosques Special arrangements have been made at major mosques in the city: At Saklaini Jama Masjid in Ashoka Garden, namaz will be offered in two congregations at 7:45 AM and 8:30 AM to manage large crowds. Fitra amount announced According to the mosque committee, the minimum fitra amount has been set at around ₹70 per person (based on wheat prices), while the maximum could go up to ₹1,650 (based on silver rates). People have been requested to pay fitra before offering namaz. Guidelines for worshippers The mosque committee has advised people to: Significance of Alvida Jumma The last Friday of Ramadan, known as Alvida Jumma, holds special importance in Islam. It marks the farewell to the holy month and reminds believers to continue good deeds, discipline, and prayers even after Ramadan ends. Many people also offer zakat and sadaqah on this day, which are considered acts of charity and devotion. Markets witness festive rush Markets across Bhopal are witnessing heavy crowds ahead of Eid. From clothes to traditional sweets like sevaiyan, shops are bustling with shoppers late into the night. Traffic advisory issued Due to expected heavy crowds, traffic police have issued advisories. From 6 AM to 11 AM, several routes in the city will have restrictions and diversions to manage the flow of people and vehicles. Focus on peaceful celebrations Authorities and community leaders have emphasized celebrating Eid in a peaceful and harmonious manner, ensuring safety and cooperation across the city.