Muslims to observe Shab-e-Barat across Hyderabad today

The ‘Shab-e-Barat’, the night of deliverance that falls on the 15th day of the Hijri calendar month of Shabaan, will be observed by Muslims by today night.

The occasion commemorates Prophet Mohammed’s entry into the holy city of Mecca. Muslims across the world revere the night as an occasion of atonement.

During the pious night, devotees begin preparations for Ramzan and seek forgiveness for their sins. Special prayers and sermons will be held at



various mosques in the city.

A huge turnout of devotees is expected at the historic Mecca Masjid, Jamia Masjid, Musheerabad, Vazir Ali Mosque at Fateh Darwaza, Jamia Masjid Jafaria at Sanathnagar, Azizia Masjid at Mehdipatnam and Jamia Masjid at Mahboob Chowk, among other places.

Religious meetings are also planned at Milad Grounds at Khilwat, Moghalpura playground and Quli Qutb Shah Stadium, where eminent religious scholars will address the gatherings.