Bakrid Mubarak! How Muslims offered prayers on Eid al-Adha amid Covid-19

Muslims across India on Saturday morning offered prayers, observing Eid al-Adha. On this occasion, believers recall the readiness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son in order to prove his obedience to Allah. The festival is celebrated with people exchanging greetings and wishes to commemorate the day. However, this year, the festivities are low-key as various restrictions are at the place to contain the spread of coronavirus. Here's a glimpse of how Muslims started their day by offering prayers at mosques: 

Muslims offer Eid al-Adha prayers at the Jama Masjid (Grand Mosque) during the outbreak of the coronavirus, in the old quarters of Delhi. Credit: Reuters

Muslims wearing face masks leave the Jama Masjid (Grand Mosque) after Eid al-Adha prayers. Credit: Reuters

A policeman checks the temperature of Muslims arriving to offer Eid al-Adha prayers at the Jama Masjid. Credit: Reuters

Muslims attend Eid al-Adha prayers at the Jama Masjid. Credit: Reuters