Dhaka, May 29 (V7N) — Bangladesh will celebrate Eid-ul-Azha, one of the holiest festivals in Islam, on Saturday, June 7, as the crescent moon marking the beginning of the Islamic month of Zilhajj (Dhul Hijjah) has been officially sighted in the country.
 
The announcement was made by the National Moon Sighting Committee following a meeting held at 6:30 PM on Wednesday in the conference hall of the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque. The meeting was chaired by Religious Affairs Adviser Dr. AFM Khalid Hossain.
 
With this confirmation, the month of Zilhajj in the Hijri year 1446 has formally commenced in Bangladesh.
 
Meanwhile, several other Muslim-majority countries have already declared the beginning of Zilhajj. Saudi Arabia announced the sighting of the moon on Tuesday, and will observe Eid-ul-Azha on Friday, June 6. Indonesia has also confirmed the same date for Eid celebrations, according to Gulf News.
 
Eid-ul-Azha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, commemorates the unwavering faith and devotion of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), who was prepared to sacrifice his son in obedience to the command of Almighty Allah. In recognition of his devotion, Allah replaced his son with a ram, marking the origin of the practice of animal sacrifice that defines this occasion.
 
The festival is observed by offering special Eid prayers, performing the ritual sacrifice of animals, and distributing the meat among family, friends, and especially the poor and needy.
 
As preparations for the festival begin across Bangladesh, religious authorities have called upon citizens to uphold the spirit of sacrifice, compassion, and discipline, urging all to observe the occasion with due religious solemnity and community responsibility.
 
Eid-ul-Azha is not only a time of celebration but also a moment of deep spiritual reflection and generosity, making it one of the most profound events in the Islamic calendar.

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