​In pictures: How India celebrated Eid-ul-Adha this year​

People dressed in traditional attire assemble at Delhi’s Jama Masjid to offer Eid-ul-Adha prayers, as the historic mosque turns into a sea of faith and celebration at dawn.

Children run across the courtyard of Delhi’s Jama Masjid after Eid-ul-Adha prayers, capturing the joy, excitement and festive spirit that marks the celebration across India.

A young girl wearing bright pink sunglasses steals the spotlight during Eid-ul-Adha prayers, reflecting the lighter, joyful moments that accompany the festival’s spiritual celebrations.

From aromatic mutton curry to festive delicacies, Eid-ul-Adha celebrations across India are incomplete without lavish family feasts shared with relatives, friends and neighbours.

The silhouette of worshippers against the evening sky creates a serene moment during Eid-ul-Adha celebrations, reflecting the festival’s spiritual and reflective essence.

Worshippers gather in large numbers at Taj-ul-Masajid in Bhopal to offer Eid-ul-Adha prayers, as scenes of devotion and unity mark the festival celebrations.

Thousands gather at a mosque in Kolkata to offer Eid-ul-Adha prayers, as streets around the heritage structure fill with worshippers celebrating the festival with devotion and unity.

People exchange greetings and embrace one another after Eid-ul-Adha prayers at a mosque in Kolkata, reflecting the festival’s spirit of brotherhood, peace and togetherness.

Thousands of worshippers offer Eid-ul-Adha prayers on the streets near Bandra railway station in Mumbai, as the city witnesses large-scale celebrations marked by faith and unity.

Worshippers in Navi Mumbai offer Eid-ul-Adha prayers in large numbers, as communities come together to mark the festival with faith, devotion and unity.

Worshippers gather in large numbers at the Ajmer Sharif Dargah in Rajasthan during Eid-ul-Adha celebrations, as the shrine witnesses vibrant scenes of prayer, devotion and festivity.

Two children embrace while holding the Indian flag during Eid-ul-Adha celebrations, reflecting unity, patriotism and the spirit of togetherness during the festival.