Eid-ul-Adha Celebrated Peacefully in Jaigaon Along Indo-Bhutan Border
Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, was celebrated peacefully and in accordance with religious customs and government guidelines in the Indo-Bhutan border town of Jaigaon on Thursday.
Special Eid prayers were offered at eight mosques across Jaigaon, including Jharna Jame Masjid, Noori Jame Masjid, Town Jame Masjid, Guabari Jame Masjid, Ilyas Nagar Jame Masjid, Daragaon Jame Masjid, Adarsh Nagar Jame Masjid, and Ramgaon Noori Jame Masjid. The prayers were held between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM.
After offering prayers, members of the Muslim community greeted one another with hugs and exchanged Eid wishes before returning to their homes to celebrate the festival with their families.
Eid-ul-Adha is primarily associated with the tradition of Qurbani (sacrifice). This year, the celebrations in Jaigaon were conducted while strictly following the regulations introduced by the West Bengal government. The administration had issued directives prohibiting prayers on public roads and imposed specific conditions regarding animal sacrifice.
According to local sources, no incidents of cow sacrifice were reported in Jaigaon this year, as the required conditions for cow sacrifice could not be fulfilled. Instead, people performed Qurbani using goats, sheep, and similar animals.
Despite concerns and restrictions, the festival concluded peacefully across the region without any reports of unrest or communal tension. However, some residents expressed that this year’s Eid was celebrated in a somewhat tense atmosphere due to various government regulations, and that the festive joy appeared slightly diminished.
To ensure law and order and prevent any untoward incidents, Jaigaon Police maintained strict vigilance throughout the day. A large police force was deployed in different sensitive areas across the town.
Significance of Qurbani in Islam
Qurbani is an important religious practice observed during Eid-ul-Adha in remembrance of Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion and willingness to sacrifice for the sake of Allah. Muslims who are financially capable offer animal sacrifice following Islamic guidelines.
According to Islamic traditions, the sacrificial animal must be healthy and of a certain age. The sacrifice is performed after the Eid prayer, and the meat is generally divided into three parts — one for the poor and needy, one for relatives and friends, and one for the family. The essence of Qurbani reflects sacrifice, compassion, charity, and unity within society.
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