Eid celebrated across MP with joy

Bhopal June 26 (IANS) Eid was celebrated with fervour and enthusiasm across Madhya Pradesh on Monday as people thronged Eidgahs and mosques to offer prayers.

People hugged and exchanged greetings with friends and family and wished for peace in the country and state.

Filled with enthusiasm and excitement Muslims started gathering at the Taj-ul-Masajid in the state capital since early morning for prayers.

Members of the Hindu community greeted Muslims on Eid.

Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Governor Om Prakash Kohli greeted the people on the occasion of Eid and wished for everyone s progress.

Thousands offered Eid prayers at a mosque in Chhoti Gwaltoli in Indore and prayed for peace and prosperity in the country. They embraced each other on the occasion. Children in particular were full of enthusiasm.

The festival was celebrated in other parts of the state including Gwalior Jabalpur Sagar Burhanpur and Ujjain.

Strong security arrangements have been made across the state on the occasion.

--IANS
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