Eid-ul-Fitr Prayers at Jama Masjid Srinagar Scheduled for 10 AM: Anjuman Auqaf

Srinagar, March 19: The Anjuman Auqaf Jama Masjid on Thursday announced that Eid-ul-Fitr congregational prayers will be held at the historic Jama Masjid Srinagar at 10:00 AM, InshaAllah, keeping in view the prevailing inclement weather conditions in the valley.

According to a statement issued by the Auqaf, the Eid sermon (Khutba-e-Eid) will be delivered by Mirwaiz Umar Farooq at 9:00 AM, ahead of the congregational prayers. The Auqaf has requested devotees to reach the mosque early so they can benefit from the sermon and participate in the collective Eid prayers.

The Auqaf also urged the authorities not to create any hindrance in the smooth conduct of the prayers and to respect the religious sentiments of the people. It expressed hope that arrangements would be facilitated and no restrictions would be imposed on the sacred occasion.

Referring to earlier incidents, the Auqaf said that preventing prayers on occasions such as Shab-e-Qadr and Jumat-ul-Vida had caused widespread resentment among the people, and expressed hope that such actions would not be repeated on Eid.

Meanwhile, the Auqaf clarified that the Zakat-ul-Fitr amount for this year has been fixed at ₹80 per person, which must be paid before offering the Eid prayer, in accordance with Shariah guidelines.

Thousands of worshippers are expected to gather at the historic mosque in the old city to offer Eid prayers and mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan.