The nation is going to celebrate Eid-ul-Azha with great religious fervour and enthusiasm falling on Tuesday, 13 September to commemorate the supreme sacrifice of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS).
The day will dawn with special prayers in mosques for the well-being of the Ummah and progress, prosperity, safety and security of the country.
Big Eid congregations will be held at mosques, ‘Eid gahs,’ and open places in all cities, towns, and villages across the country. Ulema and Khateeb would highlight the significance of the festival and philosophy of sacrifice.
In the federal capital, the main Eid congregation will be held at Faisal Mosque.
After offering Eid prayers, the faithful will slaughter their sacrificial animals.
Federal and provincial governments have chalked out elaborate security arrangements across the country to ward off untoward incidents.