Eid al-Adha Celebrations in Kerala Highlight Call for Unity and Social Responsibility
Eid al-Adha in Kerala: Scholar calls for unity against divisive forces

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On Eid al-Adha, celebrated across Kerala, religious scholar VP Suhaib Moulavi emphasized the need for communal harmony and unity against divisive forces. He urged respect among communities and highlighted the importance of value-based education and anti-drug measures to protect the youth.
- 01VP Suhaib Moulavi called for unity among communities during Eid al-Adha celebrations in Kerala.
- 02He stressed the importance of avoiding actions that could hurt religious sentiments, referencing past controversies.
- 03Moulavi highlighted the need for value-based education alongside technical knowledge for students.
- 04He expressed concerns over the rising drug abuse among youth and supported government anti-drug initiatives.
- 05The festival commemorates Prophet Abraham's willingness to sacrifice, symbolizing faith and devotion.
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Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakrid, was celebrated across Kerala on May 28, with special prayers and community gatherings. At the Palayam Juma Masjid in Thiruvananthapuram, religious scholar VP Suhaib Moulavi addressed worshippers, calling for communal harmony and urging unity against divisive forces. He emphasized the need for mutual respect among communities and discouraged actions that could offend religious sentiments, such as public displays of slaughtered goat heads. Moulavi also highlighted the significance of value-based education, stating that students should develop good character alongside technical skills. He expressed concern over the increase in drug abuse among the youth and welcomed the government's anti-drug measures, particularly Operation Toofan. Concluding his address, he prayed for peace in conflict-affected regions like Iran and Palestine. Eid al-Adha, observed on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, celebrates the faith and devotion of Prophet Abraham.
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The call for unity and social responsibility during Eid al-Adha aims to foster communal harmony and address social issues like drug abuse among youth in Kerala.
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