Eid-ul-Azha, the festival of sacrifice, is being celebrated with religious fervour and gaiety in various parts of the country today. The devotees offered Eid namaaz or prayers in Eidgahs and mosques this morning. Later, they exchanged Eid greetings.

In national capital, main congregations were held at Jama Masjid, Fatehpuri mosque and Shahi Eidgah. Speaking on the occasion, the Imams, who led the prayers appealed to people to maintain peace and harmony and celebrate the festival in the spirit of brotherhood.

Reports of Eid prayers congregations have also come in from other parts of the country. Elaborate security arrangements have been made for the occasion.