Mysuru: Thousands of Muslim brethren gathered at the sprawling Eidgah Maidan in Tilaknagar today to offer prayers as part of Eid ul Fitr, also called the “Festival of Breaking Fast.” Hazarath Moulana Mohd. Usman Shariff, Sir Khazi of Mysuru, who led the mass prayers, said: “After one month of fasting, we assemble in the open space to thank the Almighty Allah. The Muslim brethren in the Holy Month of Ramzan give 2.5 percent of their income to the poor in the name of Zakath and also donate fitra before going for Namaz on Eid day, so that the poor can also celebrate Eid happily.”
Sir Khazi appealed the non-Muslims to take part in this festival and spread the message of communal harmony and brotherhood. He also prayed for the development and security of the country and welfare of the citizens. The prayers began at 10.30 am and ended at 11.45 am.
