Eid Namaaz Timing: Eid festival is being celebrated across the country today. The Eid moon was sighted on Sunday night, after which the Maulana announced that Eid festival will be celebrated across the country on Monday. Offering Namaaz on the day of Eid is very important. On this day people do not offer Namaaz at home, but offer Namaaz in the open or in the mosque. Let us know at what time Namaaz will be offered in the major cities of India.
City-wise Eid Namaaz timings
- Delhi (Jama Masjid) 6.45 am
- Lucknow (Eidgah, Aishbagh) 10 am
- Bengaluru, Nanda Ground, Austin Town 6.40 am
- Mumbai, Minara Masjid, Mohammed Ali Road 7 am, 8 am
- Srinagar, Jamia Masjid, Nowhatta 10 am
- Jaipur 7:00 am – 12:00 noon
- Hyderabad 6:24 am – 12:00 noon
- Kolkata 5:41 am – 12:00 noon
- Ahmedabad 6:43 am – 12:00 noon
Why Eid Namaaz is special
Eid Namaaz is an important part of Eid. This special Namaaz, performed collectively, consists of two rakats (units of prayer), followed by a Khutba (sermon) delivered by the Imam. In this sermon, religious and worldly topics have been covered in two parts.
Happiness Of Eid
As soon as the moon of Eid was sighted, the markets became busy. People were busy shopping for sweets and new clothes. Children were very excited, while preparations for making vermicelli and other dishes had begun in the houses.