Mon Mar 31 04:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Eid-ul-Fitr Celebrated with Joy and Festivity Across India
**Khandwa, India:** India celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr on [Date], marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Following the sighting of the Shawwal moon on the previous evening, Muslims across the nation participated in joyous festivities.
In Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh, the main Eid prayer was held at the Eidgah ground at 9:30 AM, with over 10,000 people in attendance. After the prayer led by Maulana Nizamuddin, attendees offered collective prayers for peace and prosperity. The day was filled with greetings, the exchange of “Eidi” (gifts) to children, and celebratory feasts of Sheer Khurma. Forty-three locations across the city facilitated Eid prayers to accommodate the large number of worshippers. An official Eid Milan function was also held at the Eidgah ground, where officials and public representatives greeted the community.
The festival, signifying both joy and charity (“Fitr” meaning charity), saw many practicing the tradition of giving Fitra (charity) to those less fortunate. The significance of Eid-ul-Fitr was highlighted by Maulana Kari, who explained its importance as a day of sharing happiness and extending generosity. Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, concludes with this joyous celebration. Reports indicate that the celebrations were marked by peaceful protests in some areas regarding the Wakf Amendment Bill, with participants wearing black armbands.
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