ISLAMABAD: The nation will celebrate Eid-ul-Azha on Thursday with religious fervor to commemorate the great sacrifice of Hazrat Ibrahim and Hazrat Ismael (AS). The day will dawn with special prayers in mosques for well-being of Ummah and progress, prosperity and security of the country. Ulema, in their Eid sermons, will highlight the significance of the philosophy of great sacrifice rendered by Hazrat Ibrahim and Hazrat Ismail (AS). People will offer sacrifice of animals to follow the Sunnah of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS). Radio Pakistan, Pakistan Television and private media will air special programs in connection with Eid-ul-Azha while newspapers will publish special supplements highlighting the importance of Eid-ul-Azha and sacrifice of the animals.

Source: The Nation June 27, 2023 16:37 UTC