Muslims in Hyderabad observed Juma-tul-Wida, the last Friday of Ramzan, with devotion. Thousands of people gathered at Mecca Masjid to offer prayers despite the sweltering heat. Some worshippers prayed on the road because the mosque was full. Youngsters welcomed the worshippers by applying ‘Attar’ on their hands. The day was observed with complete devotion, and special arrangements were made at all the mosques.
Almost all the mosques in the city were seen jam packed with worshippers. According to police, nearly 15,000 people offered prayers inside and outside the historic mosque. The prayers also drew scores of photographers from across the city. Several of them captured scenes such as children dressed in traditional dresses heading to perform the prayers.
Imams and khateebs highlighted the significance of the day and made emotional supplications in their Jumma sermons. They sought repentance from sins and acceptance of good deeds done during Ramzan. Apart from Mecca Majid, various other noted mosques witnessed a huge rush.
The prayers passed off peacefully amidst tight security arrangements. Teams of Rapid Action Force, Telangana State Special Police, Commissioner’s Task Force, and local police were deployed. Hyderabad City Commissioner C V Anand and other higher ups visited Charminar and also monitored congregational prayers from the command and control center.
The traffic police made arrangements for parking of vehicles at various places around the Mecca Masjid to facilitate the visitors.
