The ‘Festival of the sacrifice,’ Eid al-Adha is called Id-ul-Adha in Arabic and Bakr-Id in the Indian subcontinent, because of the tradition of sacrificing a goat or ‘Bakri’ in Urdu. It is the second of the two Eids celebrated by Muslims with traditional fervour and gaiety in India and across the world.
Guidelines stipulate that the sale and purchase of animals for Bakri Eid has to be conducted online to prevent crowding at animal markets in light of Covid-19.
However, with no specific system in place to facilitate large-scale online trade, conveyance and delivery of goats that are predominantly sourced from other states, the guidelines have triggered confusion and indignation among animal traders and consumers in the state.
According to Times Of India: Mohammad Alam, the owner of Babu Hotel, a small eatery on Urdu Bazar Road, had managed such a deal. But he bought only two goats instead of the six or seven he usually brought home to be sacrificed on Eid ul Adha every year. “The situation is dire and not many anyway can afford to spend big sums this year,” the 38-year-old explained. “The fear of the coronavirus has prompted many to eschew Eid celebrations”.
This year with the novel coronavirus forcing us to maintain social distancing and not partake in any gathering, it is pertinent that we share our greetings online. One of the best and most interactive ways to do that is using WhatsApp stickers. There are several specialised stickers available for Bakri-Id, from which one can choose from. You can also curate your own personalised Eid-ul-Adha 2020 stickers.
Salman Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Priyanka Chopra and other Bollywood actors extended Eid greetings on social media.
Priyanka Chopra wrote, “#EidMubarak to everyone celebrating all over the world. Hope it brings us blessings, happiness & peace.”
Anil Kapoor wrote, “On this blessed occasion of Eid, wishing you and your family joy, happiness, peace and prosperity! #EidMubarak!”