The markets in Jammu and Kashmir, especially in Srinagar, are bustling with a festive atmosphere as people shop for Eid. Heavy footfall is observed in both big and small markets, leading to traffic congestion in Srinagar and other towns in Kashmir. Residents are out early purchasing essentials to prepare for the Eid al-Adha festival on Wednesday.
Shops selling bakery items, mutton, poultry, and hosiery are crowded, while toy markets are lively with children. People carrying bags of food and essentials navigate through heavy traffic, causing confusion and chaos in some areas. Pavement sellers have set up makeshift shops, further crowding pedestrian spaces in uptown Srinagar.
Animal markets are popular during Eid, with sheep and goats brought from distant places like Poonch, Rajouri, Delhi, and Rajasthan. Authorities are monitoring prices and product quality to ensure a smooth Eid shopping experience. Despite ample supplies, some traders attempt to exploit the rush by inflating prices unreasonably.
Muslims worldwide follow the tradition of animal sacrifices on Eid al-Adha, known as Bakr Eid, to demonstrate submission to Allah’s command and mercy. This practice symbolizes humankind’s ultimate surrender to God’s will.
