New Delhi, May 28 -- On the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Adha on Thursday, Muslims across India were seen celebrating the festival from the early hours of the day.

Special prayers were also offered at the Fatehpuri Masjid in Old Delhi, while large crowds gathered at the Jama Masjid in New Delhi and at various Eidgahs to offer prayers.

A person who came to offer the morning namaz at Jama Masjid in Old Delhi said, "We convey the message of brotherhood. We want this festival to be celebrated with great joy. We pray to Allah for the progress of the country, peace, and brotherhood."

Meanwhile, Joint Commissioner of Police Madhur Verma, during routine security patrols on the occasion, said that the celebrations have so far remained complete...