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EID-AL-ADHA

Eid al-Adha is a Muslim religious holiday. In Islam, there are two major Eids: Eid-ul-Fitr, which marks the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan, and Eid-ul-Adha, which marks the end of the yearly Hajj journey during the time of Qurbani means ‘sacrifice’. It is celebrated by Muslims all around the world and might span several days depending on where you live. 

The Festival of Sacrifice is also known as Eid al-Adha. It commemorates the narrative of Ibrahim, a prophet who attempted to show his faith in Allah by sacrificing his son Ishamel. He made the decision to obey Allah’s word. Despite several obstacles, he was on the verge of sacrificing his kid. At that very time of sacrifice, Ishamel had been replaced with a ram by Allah because Ibrahim had demonstrated his loyalty to Allah without any question.

Therefore, Muslims commemorate Ibrahim’s steadfastness and allegiance to Allah above everything else.

Although Eid-ul-Adha has no direct link to the Hajj Pilgrimage, it occurs just a day after the Hajj is completed and so has historical significance. The tenth day of the last (twelfth) month of the Islamic Lunar Calendar, Dhu-al-Hijjah, is Eid-ul-Adha. The date of the celebration is determined by a valid sighting of the moon after the yearly Holy Pilgrimage of Hajj, which is a requirement for all Muslims who meet certain conditions and is one of Islam’s fundamental Five Pillars. 

It usually lasts two to four days. Following the Eid Salaah (Eid Prayers), which are done in congregation at the closest Mosque on the morning of Eid, the act of Qurbani (sacrifice) is performed. The act of Qurbani consists of slaughtering an animal be it sheep, goat, cow, bull, camel as a sacrifice to commemorate Prophet Ibrahim’s sacrifice for Allah on this special date. Udhiya is another name for this. From the 10th to the 12th of Dhu-al-Hijjah, three days of animal sacrifice are observed. The animal should be slaughtered in a “halal” friendly, Islamic manner, and the animal must be in excellent health and beyond a particular age. 

The Qurbani meat can then be divided into three equal parts each share: one-third for you and your family, one-third for friends, and the last third for charity.

The day is traditionally spent celebrating with family, friends, and loved ones, typically by dressing new or finest outfits and exchanging gifts. But however in today’s time, keeping in mind the pandemic situation and social distancing many of these gatherings may not be possible. Some festivities may be held only with intimate relatives or may be held entirely online.

Usually, When Eid al-Adha begins, some Muslims attend Hajj a pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. They hurl pebbles at three massive stone pillars in Mina’s city. Muslims say that this is where Ibrahim flung pebbles at the devil to chase him away. But, The event has been reduced back this year due to social distance. Only 60,000 persons in Saudi Arabia who have been inoculated with vaccines will be authorised to conduct the procedure

An interview with Dr. M.J Khan (IMPAR): Agenda, Future


Dr. M.J.Khan, President of Indian Muslims for Progress and Reforms (IMPAR) did an interview, where he discussed IMPAR’s agenda, political connections and future goals.

Indian Muslims for Progress and Reforms (IMPAR) where more than 200 prominent Muslims of India came together to create a national think tank and an apex coordination body to put forward the voice of progressive and modern Muslims and to collectively express their constructive views to the media and the nation.

IMPAR was made in a very hostile situation, there was a fear of existential crisis, If the lockdown had not been imposed, 10,000 to 15,000 Muslims would have been killed in the situation that was persistent in India in mid March.

When asked about how they succeeded as a organisation in such less time. Dr. Khan said that innovative and Broad thinking and welcomed constructive criticism were the major reasons for the Success of the organisation.

Dr Khan also addressed the issue of the Tablighi Jamaat and mentioned that, help from everywhere was needed and who indeed helped were very much appreciated.

He also clarified the Flying Rumours about the organisations inclination towards BJP. In his explanation he said that “ BJP is the central government and without talking to them our Point of View wouldn’t be heard and the agenda of IMPAR cannot be fulfilled.”

The ultimate approach of IMPAR is objective and business-like, which means that the approach that will benefit the community the most will be followed.

“It is very important for the Muslim community to reform and for that we need to be economically empowered.” Dr. M.J Khan said.
He also added, “We need to reach out to the corporate sector for guidance, and ultimately to mainstreaming the Muslims as it holds 96% of the jobs in the country and the rest is held by the government.”

The interview with Dr. M.J Khan was very fruitful and he in very simple words explained the agenda and ultimate goal of IMPAR. He also focused on the point that IMPAR has a long term plan and will do the best to for their community.