Around 550 police personnel have been deployed across Mumbai in order to ensure peace and law and order, with continuous patrolling underway in sensitive areas amid Bakrid celebrations on Thursday (May 28), according to Deputy Commissioner of Police (Mira Road) Rahul Chavan. "Police have been deployed in sensitive areas. Currently, the festival of Bakrid is being celebrated in a peaceful atmosphere. Social media is also being monitored," DCP Chavan told news agency ANI. Officials stated that the deployment is focused on maintaining communal harmony and ensuring peace during the festival across the region.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tmc-leader-s-buried-cash-scandal-explodes-in-bengal-police-recover-over-20-million-from-dipankar-bhattacharya-s-farmland-1779962616557">TMC leader’s ‘buried cash’ scandal explodes in Bengal; police recover over 20 million from Dipankar Bhattacharya's farmland</a><h3>BJP slams illegal animal slaughtering</h3>Meanwhile, BJP leader Kirit Somaiya reportedly claimed that illegal animal slaughter for Bakri Eid is being done at multiple locations in Mumbai, including Mankhurd, Deonar, and Govandi. In response, he urged the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Mumbai Police to take stringent action. In a post on social media platform X, Kirit Somaiya alleged that qurbani was being conducted inside housing societies and residential complexes even though authorised slaughter sites and licensed markets were available nearby. "Dozens of places illegal Kurbani Katal at Mankhurd, Deonar, Govandi.... in Housing Societies/Complexes. Bakri Eid Kurbani, in spite of the Markets/Shops Kurbani Places (designated places) available in nearby areas. BMC Police must act," Somaiya said on X. At the same time, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation withdrew the permission earlier granted for Bakri Eid qurbani at the Azad Nagar D-3 building premises in Satellite Garden Phase-2 on Aarey Bhaskar Road, Goregaon East.<h3>What do we know about the Bakra Eid?</h3>Eid al-Adha, also known as 'Bakra Eid, ' marks one of the most important festivals in Islam and is often called the “festival of sacrifice.” Celebrated on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the final month of the Islamic lunar calendar, it also coincides with the completion of the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca. As the Islamic calendar is lunar-based and around 11 days shorter than the Gregorian calendar, the festival’s date changes every year and shifts earlier in the Western calendar. Eid al-Adha is considered a period of happiness, spiritual reflection, compassion and charity, encouraging people to strengthen relationships, forgive differences and help those in need. The festival honours Prophet Abraham’s willingness to make a sacrifice in obedience to God, symbolising faith and devotion.

Officials indicated that the deployment of police personnel is focused on maintaining communal harmony and ensuring peace during the festival across Mumbai.

Around 550 police personnel have been deployed across Mumbai in order to ensure peace and law and order, with continuous patrolling underway in sensitive areas amid Bakrid celebrations on Thursday (May 28), according to Deputy Commissioner of Police (Mira Road) Rahul Chavan. "Police have been deployed in sensitive areas. Currently, the festival of Bakrid is being celebrated in a peaceful atmosphere. Social media is also being monitored," DCP Chavan told news agency ANI. Officials stated that the deployment is focused on maintaining communal harmony and ensuring peace during the festival across the region. Also read: TMC leader’s ‘buried cash’ scandal explodes in Bengal; police recover over 20 million from Dipankar Bhattacharya's farmland BJP slams illegal animal slaughtering Meanwhile, BJP leader Kirit Somaiya reportedly claimed that illegal animal slaughter for Bakri Eid is being done at multiple locations in Mumbai, including Mankhurd, Deonar, and Govandi. In response, he urged the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Mumbai Police to take stringent action. In a post on social media platform X, Kirit Somaiya alleged that qurbani was being conducted inside housing societies and residential complexes even though authorised slaughter sites and licensed markets were available nearby. "Dozens of places illegal Kurbani Katal at Mankhurd, Deonar, Govandi.... in Housing Societies/Complexes. Bakri Eid Kurbani, in spite of the Markets/Shops Kurbani Places (designated places) available in nearby areas. BMC Police must act," Somaiya said on X. At the same time, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation withdrew the permission earlier granted for Bakri Eid qurbani at the Azad Nagar D-3 building premises in Satellite Garden Phase-2 on Aarey Bhaskar Road, Goregaon East. What do we know about the Bakra Eid? Eid al-Adha, also known as 'Bakra Eid, ' marks one of the most important festivals in Islam and is often called the “festival of sacrifice.” Celebrated on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the final month of the Islamic lunar calendar, it also coincides with the completion of the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca. As the Islamic calendar is lunar-based and around 11 days shorter than the Gregorian calendar, the festival’s date changes every year and shifts earlier in the Western calendar. Eid al-Adha is considered a period of happiness, spiritual reflection, compassion and charity, encouraging people to strengthen relationships, forgive differences and help those in need. The festival honours Prophet Abraham’s willingness to make a sacrifice in obedience to God, symbolising faith and devotion.

Officials indicated that the deployment of police personnel is focused on maintaining communal harmony and ensuring peace during the festival across Mumbai.

Around 550 police personnel deployed across Mumbai amid Bakrid celebrations

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, on Wednesday, condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu following the prayer marking the celebration of Eid al-Adha. While talking to reporters, he labelled the Israeli Prime Minister as a “tyrant”. In the message, Erdogan said that he believes that Netanyahu would learn the necessary lesson from the “muslim world”.Erdogan was speaking to reporters from Istanbul's Çamlıca Mosque. He said that what's unfolding in Gaza casts a shadow over what should be a time of unity and celebration across the muslim world."We experienced Palestine, we experienced Gaza... What is happening in Palestine and Gaza represents for us a different vigil and reflection during this holiday,” said Erdogan. “To all our brothers and sisters who are welcoming this holiday with sadness, pain and deep sorrow in different corners of our spiritual geography, particularly those in Gaza, I extend my strongest messages of solidarity on behalf of myself and my nation, and I congratulate them individually on Eid al-Adha,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cuba-humanitarian-crisis-us-tensions-un-trump-1779880064541">Cuba warns of ‘humanitarian catastrophe’ seeks international help amid US sanctions</a>The Turkish president said Eid al-Adha was a “holiday of submission and devotion,” emphasising themes of solidarity and togetherness among the Muslims gathering for the hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. In a separate Eid message shared on X, Erdoğan extended greetings to people in Gaza and across what he called Türkiye’s “geography of the heart,” saying many were spending the holiday in grief and pain.Turkiye had been one of the most outspoken critics of Israel's military campaign in Gaza, with Erdogan repeatedly calling for a ceasefire and expanding humanitarian aid access and international pressure on Israel. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu previously rejected the moral authority of Erdogan, calling him a dictator and tyrant. The Eid message also follows that pattern of remarks from Ankara towards Israel. Turkey has previously severed trade ties with Israel and urged the international community to impose diplomatic, military, and economic sanctions against Israel.&nbsp;

Recep Tayyip Erdogan condemned Benjamin Netanyahu during Eid al-Adha prayers, accusing Israel of Gaza and expressing solidarity with Palestinians.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, on Wednesday, condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu following the prayer marking the celebration of Eid al-Adha. While talking to reporters, he labelled the Israeli Prime Minister as a “tyrant”. In the message, Erdogan said that he believes that Netanyahu would learn the necessary lesson from the “muslim world”.Erdogan was speaking to reporters from Istanbul's Çamlıca Mosque. He said that what's unfolding in Gaza casts a shadow over what should be a time of unity and celebration across the muslim world. "We experienced Palestine, we experienced Gaza... What is happening in Palestine and Gaza represents for us a different vigil and reflection during this holiday,” said Erdogan. “To all our brothers and sisters who are welcoming this holiday with sadness, pain and deep sorrow in different corners of our spiritual geography, particularly those in Gaza, I extend my strongest messages of solidarity on behalf of myself and my nation, and I congratulate them individually on Eid al-Adha,” he added. Also Read: Cuba warns of ‘humanitarian catastrophe’ seeks international help amid US sanctions The Turkish president said Eid al-Adha was a “holiday of submission and devotion,” emphasising themes of solidarity and togetherness among the Muslims gathering for the hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. In a separate Eid message shared on X, Erdoğan extended greetings to people in Gaza and across what he called Türkiye’s “geography of the heart,” saying many were spending the holiday in grief and pain. Turkiye had been one of the most outspoken critics of Israel's military campaign in Gaza, with Erdogan repeatedly calling for a ceasefire and expanding humanitarian aid access and international pressure on Israel. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu previously rejected the moral authority of Erdogan, calling him a dictator and tyrant. The Eid message also follows that pattern of remarks from Ankara towards Israel. Turkey has previously severed trade ties with Israel and urged the international community to impose diplomatic, military, and economic sanctions against Israel.

Recep Tayyip Erdogan condemned Benjamin Netanyahu during Eid al-Adha prayers, accusing Israel of Gaza and expressing solidarity with Palestinians.

Erdogan calls Benjamin Netanyahu a ‘tyrant’ says Gaza conflict has cast shadow over Eid celebrations

Eid ul-Adha 2026, also known as Bakrid, celebrates Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion and sacrifice to Allah. Observed with prayers, charity and animal sacrifice, the festival also marks the end of Hajj and highlights compassion, sharing and faith among Muslims worldwide.

Eid ul-Adha 2026, also known as Bakrid, celebrates Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion and sacrifice to Allah. Observed with prayers, charity and animal sacrifice, the festival also marks the end of Hajj and highlights compassion, sharing and faith among Muslims worldwide.

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Around 550 police personnel deployed across Mumbai amid Bakrid celebrations

Erdogan calls Benjamin Netanyahu a ‘tyrant’ in Eid al-Adha message on Gaza

Eid al-Adha vs Eid al-Fitr: Key differences, meaning and traditions explained