Male’ City Council fills up the city with vibrant arcs and lights ahead of Eid-al-Adha.
While this year's Eid-al-Adha will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 28, the city council has decorated several major roads in Malé, including Majeedhee Magu and Sosun Magu, as well as major roads in Vilimalé, to enhance the festive atmosphere.
A total of 22 decorative arcs have been installed across Malé City and Vilimalé, accompanied by 2,224 lights illuminating the major roads, creating a vibrant and festive atmosphere, particularly during the night time. This is the first time that Malé City has been decorated to such an extent ahead of Eid.
A special ceremony was conducted to mark the occasion, during which Malé City Mayor Dr. Mohamed Muizzu and other prominent members of the city council gathered to officially switch on the arcs and lights. Mayor Muizzu emphasized the significance of celebrating Islamic holidays and festivities in the Maldives as a Muslim nation.
The City Council announced that as part of the Islamic tradition during Eid-al-Adha, they will be sacrificing 100 goats which will then be distributed as gifts to the local community.
Earlier, the Ministry of Islamic Affairs announced the venues where mass congregational Eid prayers will be held for Eid-al-Adha. These include;
- Maafannu Stadium
- Islamic Centre
- Hulhumalé Synthetic Track
- Hulhumalé 2 Cricket Stadium
- Vilimalé Football Pitch
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