Chhattisgarh Waqf Board urges Muslims to avoid sacrifice in open, public places
The Chhattisgarh Waqf Board has urged Muslims to refrain from performing animal sacrifices in open or public places during Eid-ul-Azha. This appeal aims to maintain communal harmony and prevent any potential offense to other communities. The Board emphasized the importance of respecting all religions and ensuring proper disposal of remains after the rituals.
- ▪The Waqf Board issued a statement urging Muslims to avoid public sacrifices during Eid-ul-Azha.
- ▪Chairman Salim Raj highlighted the need for communal harmony and respect for all religions.
- ▪The Board advised against uploading photos or videos of sacrifices on social media.
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Chhattisgarh Waqf Board urges Muslims to avoid sacrifice in open, public placesWaqf Board chairman Salim Raj issued a statement on Monday saying Eid-ul-Azha prayers would be offered across mosques and Eidgahs in the state between 6 am and 11 amPublished on: May 27, 2026 6:21 PM ISTBy Ritesh Mishra, RaipurShare viaCopy link The Chhattisgarh State Waqf Board has issued an appeal urging members of the Muslim community to maintain communal harmony and avoid performing animal sacrifice in open or public places during the Eid-ul-Azha celebrations on Thursday.The statement referred to videos or photographs of sacrifices being circulated on social media and said such acts often hurt the sentiments of other communitiesWaqf Board chairman Salim Raj issued a statement on Monday saying Eid-ul-Azha…
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