Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is one of the biggest Islamic festivals in the world. In Bangladesh, it is celebrated with great devotion, joy, and community spirit. In 2025, Eid-ul-Adha is expected to be observed on Sunday, June 8, depending on the moon sighting. This holy festival reminds Muslims of the values of sacrifice, obedience, and unity.
Let’s take a detailed look at how people in Bangladesh prepare for and celebrate Eid-ul-Adha in 2025.
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Meaning and Significance
Eid-ul-Adha is celebrated to honor the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.) to sacrifice his son Ismail (A.S.) as an act of obedience to Allah (SWT). But Allah replaced his son with a ram at the last moment. This event teaches Muslims about faith, sacrifice, and trust in God.
Muslims around the world remember this act by sacrificing animals such as cows, goats, or sheep. The meat is shared among family, relatives, and the poor.
Moon Sighting and Date
The date of Eid-ul-Adha is based on the Islamic lunar calendar, and it falls on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic year. In Bangladesh, the National Moon Sighting Committee decides the official date after observing the moon.
In 2025, Eid-ul-Adha is likely to be on June 8, but this may vary depending on the sighting of the moon. Official announcements are made by the Islamic Foundation Bangladesh.
Preparations Before Eid
1. Buying Qurbani Animals
One of the most exciting parts of Eid-ul-Adha in Bangladesh is buying animals for sacrifice. People go to haat bazaars (animal markets) to buy cows, goats, or buffaloes. Many large cattle markets open in cities like Dhaka, Chattogram, Sylhet, and Rajshahi weeks before Eid.
In recent years, many people also buy animals online, especially from trusted websites offering home delivery and halal-certified animals.
2. Cleaning and Decorating
As the festival nears, families clean their homes and decorate them with lights and banners. New clothes are bought for the Eid prayers. Children wait eagerly for the big day.
3. Spiritual Preparation
Muslims also prepare spiritually by offering extra prayers, making duas, and thinking about the meaning of sacrifice. Many families also donate money or food to the poor before Eid.
Eid Day Celebrations
1. Eid Prayer
On the morning of Eid, Muslims take a bath, wear clean clothes (usually new), and go to the Eidgahs or mosques for the special Eid-ul-Adha prayer. It is a congregational prayer followed by a sermon (khutbah).
Men and boys usually go to large open fields, while some women pray at home.
2. Animal Sacrifice (Qurbani)
After the prayer, the Qurbani begins. It is a religious duty for those who are financially able. The sacrificed animal must be healthy and free from defects.
The meat is divided into three parts:
- One-third for the family.
- One-third for relatives and friends.
- One-third for the poor and needy.
This sharing reflects the values of equality and kindness in Islam.
3. Distribution and Cooking
The meat is packed and distributed to neighbors, friends, and the less fortunate. Special dishes are prepared at home. Some popular items in Bangladeshi homes during Eid are:
- Beef curry
- Kacchi biryani
- Rezala
- Shemai (vermicelli dessert)
- Firni and Payesh
Families invite relatives and neighbors to join them for meals and celebrate together.
Social Media and Technology
In 2025, technology plays a big role in Eid celebrations. People share Eid Mubarak greetings on Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram. Many also live stream their Eid prayers or Qurbani moments. Virtual Qurbani services are becoming more common for those living abroad or in cities.
Safety, Hygiene, and Awareness
Bangladesh’s city corporations take steps to maintain cleanliness during Eid. They set up designated spots for Qurbani, and trucks are used to remove waste.
Citizens are advised to follow:
- Proper hygiene while handling meat.
- Avoiding animal sacrifice on roads or near drains.
- Wearing gloves and masks if necessary.
Veterinary doctors also check animals before they are sold in the market to avoid the spread of disease.
Eid for the Poor and Orphans
Many charity organizations arrange Qurbani meat distribution for orphans, widows, and the poor. Some people even donate full animals to orphanages or remote villages. These acts of kindness bring smiles to those who cannot afford Qurbani themselves.
Final Words
Eid-ul-Adha is not just about sacrificing animals. It is about the spirit of giving, unity, and faith. In Bangladesh, the festival brings people together from all walks of life. Families reunite, streets fill with joy, and mosques echo with prayers.
Eid-ul-Adha 2025 will be another reminder of how important it is to help each other, follow Allah’s path, and live with kindness and purpose.
🕌 Eid Mubarak to all!
May this Eid bring peace, blessings, and happiness to every home.