Eid Al-Ghadir Marked in Kashmir (+Photos & Video)
TEHRAN (IQNA) – Eid al-Ghadir celebrations were held across Kashmir with the participation of a large number of people.
Following photos and video depict the celebrations held in Gund Hassi Bhat in Srinagar.
Several scholars of the region talked about the virtues of Imam Ali (AS) as well as the importance of Ghadir during their speeches.
The event of Ghadir, or Eid al-Ghadir, is celebrated by Shia Muslims around the world every year. It is among the important feasts and happy holidays of Shia Muslims held on the 18th day of Dhul Hijjah in the lunar Hijri calendar.
It was the day when according to reports, the Holy Prophet (PBUH) appointed Ali ibn Abi Talib (AS) as his caliph and the Imam after himself following an order from God.
Reporting by Ovain Ali
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