Mysuru, June 16: As Eid-Al-Adha (Bakrid) approaches on June 17th, Muslim communities are preparing to engage in significant religious observances. On this sacred day, Muslims gather early in the morning at Eidgahs or nearby mosques to perform the Eid-Namaz, a special prayer marking the occasion. After returning from the prayers, the ritual of sacrificing sheep in the name of Allah takes place, symbolizing obedience and devotion.
To ensure that all Muslim brothers can perform their prayers on time, we have provided the timings for the Eid-Namaz. This gesture helps in maintaining the sanctity and order of the day, allowing everyone to participate fully in the observances.
Mysore – Eid-Namaz Prayer Timings
| Mosque Name & Address | Timings |
| Masjid Shahi, Erekatte Street, Lashkar Mohalla and others | 6-15 am |
| Masjid Khair-ul-wara, 2nd Stage, Rajiv Nagar | 6-25 am |
| Eidgah Ground, Opp. to Masjid Nimrah, Rajiv Nagar; Masjid-e-Akthari, Shabnam Brigade, P&T Qtrs. Road, Udayagiri; Masjid Shayeda, Empire Layout, Rajiv Nagar and others | 6-30 am |
| Masjid Syed Ahmed, S.A. Layout, Rajiv Nagar; Masjid-o-Madries, Madeenath Uloom, N.R. Garden, R.S. Naidu Nagar; Masjid-ya-Mustafa, Behind Classic School Road, Udayagiri and others | 6-45 am |
| Masjid-ya-Rasool Allaha, 1st Stage, Rajiv Nagar; Masjid Rehamathiya, M.G. Kareem Block, Shanthi Nagar; Mecca Masjid, Near Bawa Medical Store, Rajiv Nagar; Masjid Moula Ali, Ghousia Nagar; Masjid Mehaboobia, Ghousia Nagar; Masjid Omer Khan Durani, B.N. Street, Mandi Mohalla and others | 7-00 am |
| Eidgah: Ahale hadees, Hale Kesare | 7-00 am |
| Masjid-e-Ahad, Christian Colony, Rajivnagar, Mysore | 7-00 am |
| Kouser Masjid, C-Layout, Bannimantap and others | 7-15 am |
| Masjid-ya-Allaha, Near Govt. Guest House; Catchi Meamoon Masjid, Ashoka Road; Masjid Quba, Udayagiri; Masjid Rifa Apna Ghar, S.S.Nagar; Eidgah Masjid, Mission Hospital Road; Masjid Firdos, C-Layout, Bannimantap; Masjid Khadriya, Nanjumalige Agrahara and others | 7-30 am |
| Masjid Azam Markaz Ahle Sunnath-wal-Jamath, Ashoka Road, Mysuru; Masjid Bismilla, Bharath Nagar; Masjid Feel Khana, Behind MCC office, Sayyaji Rao Road; Masjid Munawara, R.S. Naidu Nagar; Yaseen Masjid, Near Narayana Hrudayalaya, Ring Road, Rajiv Nagar and others | 8-00 am |
| Masjid Khatoon Jannath, Belavatha Grama, Kesare and others | 8-15 am |
| Eidgah Ground, Rajiv Nagar 3d Stage and others | 8-30 am |
| Masjid Aqsa (Tippu Tomb), Gumbaz, Srirangapatna; Masjid Hazarath Meer Hayath, K.T. Street, Mandi Mohalla; Eidgah Ground, Tilak Nagar; Masjid Malbariya (Kerala Muslim Jamath), Akbar Road, Lashkar Mohalla; Masjid Rehamaniya, Near Mysore Silk Weaving Factory and others | 9-00 am |
| Jamiya Masjid, Irwin Road, Lashkar Mohalla; Masjid Showdal-o-Badar One Minaret, Azeez Sait Double Road, Shanthi Nagar and others | 9-30 am |
| Eidgah Ground, Ghousia Nagar; Masjid Aqsa, Fountain Circle, Bengaluru Highway Road; Masjid Ala, Srirangapatna; Zeenath Masjid Nawab Saheb, Chamaraja Double Road and others | 10-00 am |
One of the most profound aspects of Bakrid is the distribution of the sacrificed sheep, which is divided into three parts. This division is deeply embedded in the ethos of sharing and caring that characterizes the festival. The first part of the meat is kept for the home, allowing families to celebrate together with a special meal. The second part is given to relatives, fostering a sense of community and familial bonds. The third and final part is donated to the poor, ensuring that the spirit of generosity reaches those who are less fortunate. This practice not only reinforces the bonds within the community but also promotes a wider social solidarity.
Bakrid, therefore, is not just a time for religious observance but also a time for deep reflection on the values of charity, community, and devotion. Through these acts, the festival underscores the importance of compassion, kindness, and the shared human experience.