Patna: (ABN) Amidst rainfall, Eid prayers were offered where the sons of Tawhid prayed for peace in the state. For the first time in 20 years, Nitish Gandhi did not attend the field, Nishant attended. Today, along with other parts of the country, Eid is being celebrated in the entire state of Bihar. Eid prayers were offered at various locations, including Patna's Gandhi Maidan. More than 20,000 people attended the Eid prayers. A large crowd of worshipers started gathering early in the morning, and the prayers were offered at the scheduled time under the imamat of the Imam. During the prayers, worshipers prayed for peace, prosperity, and brotherhood in the country. The entire atmosphere was filled with a spiritual embrace. The sermon conveyed a message of mutual love and harmony. People congratulated each other on Eid by hugging. Despite the rain, excellent arrangements were made. Police administration teams remained vigilant at various locations to ensure strict security arrangements, and the prayers concluded peacefully throughout the state.

Meanwhile, at Patna's Gandhi Maidan, for the first time in the last 20 years, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar did not attend the Eid prayer ceremony. His son and Janta Dal (United) leader Nishant Kumar attended the pandal. Along with him were Bihar government minister Ashok Choudhary and other officials. They congratulated the gathering on Eid. On the dais set up at Gandhi Maidan, Muslim leaders welcomed Nishant Kumar by putting a scarf on his shoulder. A young man also presented Nishant Kumar with the tricolor flag. Nishant Kumar said, on behalf of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, I extend Eid greetings to the people of Bihar.

Meanwhile, CM Nitish Kumar expressed his heartfelt greetings and good wishes to the people of the state and the nation, especially his Muslim brothers and sisters, on the occasion of Eid through social media. May God bless us all on this blessed day, and may there be peace, harmony, and prosperity throughout the state. Separately, Janta Dal (United) said that Bihar has emerged today as a living proof of social harmony. Under Nitish Kumar's leadership, the state has paved the way for development by bringing together people from all sections and communities. Furthermore, strong fencing has been ensured to protect graveyards and prevent encroachments.