Dhaka, June 6 -- In keeping with Saudi Arabia and other Middle Eastern countries, several villages in Basirshal, Sherpur, Jhenaidah and Kurigram districts are celebrating Eid-ul-Azha on Friday.

In Barishal, several thousand families in Barishal city and surrounding areas observed Eid-ul-Azha early, in alignment with Saudi Arabia.

The Eid congregation was held on Friday morning, followed by the ritual of animal sacrifice performed by devout Muslims.

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In Barishal city's Sagaridi Tajkathi Miyabari area, the main Eid prayer was held at 8:00 am at the Jahangiria Shahsufi Momtazia Central Jame Mosque.

Hundreds of worshippers attended the congregation.

In Ward No. 26 of Barishal city...