Thousands throng mosques, shrines for Jumatul Vida Congregational prayers across Kashmir

Srinagar: Over one lakh devotees thronged the revered Dargah Hazratbal here on the significant occasion of Jummat-ul-Vida – the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan, with thousands of Muslims flocking the mosques and shrines across the valley for prayers.
Prominent political figures including former chief ministers – Dr Farooq Abdullah, Omar Abdullah and Mehabooba Mufti joined the congregational prayers at Dargah Hazratbal.
The spiritual fervour extended beyond the revered shrine, as more than one lakh worshippers also gathered at Chraar-i-Shareef, with thousands praying at various other major shrines across Kashmir like Khanqah-e-Moula, Dastgeer Sahib, Makhdoom Sahib, Naqshband Sahib, Syed Kabir Sahib Sonwar, Jinab Sahib Soura, and other major mosques and shrines. The overwhelming turnout at the major places of worship showed the devotion of the people.
“This is an emotional moment for me. The month of blessings is coming to an end,” said Mohammed Ashiq, a resident of Srinagar. Jummat-ul-Vida was observed as Youm-e-Quds in various parts of the valley, including Srinagar and Budgam where some rallies were organised rallies in solidarity with the people of Palestine.
The National Conference president Dr Farooq Abdullah called for unity and harmony. Jummat-ul-vida holds significant importance for Muslims, marked by special prayers and supplications as Ramadan draws to a close. Offering prayers at Jama Masjid on this last Friday of Ramadan carries immense spiritual rewards.