Pakistan observes Eid Milad-un-Nabi ﷺ with prayers, processions, gatherings and a traditional gun salute marking the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
WEB DESK: Eid Milad-un-Nabi ﷺ is being observed across Pakistan on Wednesday, August 26, with religious devotion, prayers, gatherings and processions marking the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
The day is being observed on 12 Rabi-ul-Awwal, with mosques, streets and public spaces decorated with lights, banners and green flags.
Religious gatherings are being organised in cities and towns across the country, where scholars and religious leaders are highlighting the life, teachings and message of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Gun salute marks Eid Milad-un-Nabi ﷺ
The traditional gun salute marked the beginning of Eid Milad-un-Nabi ﷺ celebrations in Pakistan.
A 31-gun salute was held in Islamabad, while 21-gun salutes were conducted in the provincial capitals.
The ceremonial salutes are part of the traditional national observance marking the occasion.
Religious gatherings held across country
Special prayers and Milad gatherings are being held at mosques and religious centres across Pakistan.
People have decorated their homes, businesses and neighbourhoods with colourful lights and religious banners as part of the celebrations.
Religious scholars are delivering speeches focusing on the character, teachings and Seerah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and encouraging people to follow his principles in their daily lives.
Processions and Milad programmes
Eid Milad-un-Nabi ﷺ processions are being organised in major cities as well as smaller towns.
Participants are reciting Durood-o-Salam and Naat, while religious organisations and local communities have arranged Milad programmes and other events.
Authorities have made security arrangements in areas where large gatherings and processions are taking place.
Traffic management measures have also been introduced on routes expected to experience increased movement because of the celebrations.
Celebrations in Islamabad
In the federal capital, religious programmes are being held at mosques and other venues.
The national-level celebrations include the ceremonial 31-gun salute, while people have decorated public and private buildings to mark the occasion.
Special gatherings are also being held to discuss the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Message of peace and compassion
Religious scholars and speakers are emphasising the Prophet’s ﷺ teachings on peace, compassion, justice, tolerance and care for others.
The occasion is being observed as an opportunity for Muslims to reflect on the Prophet’s ﷺ life and teachings and their relevance to contemporary society.
Authorities and religious organisations have urged participants to maintain peace and cooperate with security and traffic officials during processions and gatherings.
Eid Milad-un-Nabi ﷺ observed with devotion
Across Pakistan, Eid Milad-un-Nabi ﷺ is being marked through prayers, recitation of the Quran, Naat, Milad gatherings and public processions.
The celebrations bring communities together to commemorate the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and reflect on his teachings.
The day’s programmes are expected to continue into the evening, with mosques, homes and public spaces remaining illuminated in several parts of the country.
