Muslims worldwide begin Eid celebration

Muslims worldwide began the Eid celebration in earnest yesterday with prayers in order to commemorate the end of Ramadan (fasting), a holy month in Islam.

Eid al-Fitr 2026 is celebrated upon the sighting of the new moon, marking the end of Ramadan, typically lasting three days.

It is a joyful end to the month of fasting which is marked by important customs like morning prayers (Salat), charitable giving (Zakat al-Fitr), dressing in new clothes, visiting loved ones, and consuming special meals.

As is customary, there is a lot of food to share with family, friends, and loved ones who are not even Muslims, along with excitement and joy.

NOTICE
Celebrate Eid in moderation, don’t engage in reckless driving, motorbike riding. Muslims should consider the spiritual meaning in order to maintain a calm holiday season rather than participating in excessive partying, which could endanger lives.

While some Muslims celebrate Eid with moderation, others, particularly the youth, often drive or ride recklessly while making noise, disregarding other people’s lives and property despite the risks.

During Eid celebrations, some even participate in careless bike stunts and excessive speeding, which have previously resulted in fatalities and injuries.

The celebration itself is about peace, unity, joy, and togetherness, so instead of engaging in reckless lifestyles which pose danger to others, why don’t you rather support the vulnerable in their communities?

WRITE TO THE EDITOR
The Spectator is calling on the police to uphold the law by apprehending those who ride and drive recklessly, in order to guarantee a calm celebration and everyone’s safety.

Eid is a time for unity and thankfulness rather than engaging in criminal activity. As a result, we strongly advise drivers to wear helmets and follow all traffic laws.

We also urge the public to ensure a safe, joyful, and accident-free holiday, as celebrations should be marked by compassion rather than loss.

The Spectator wishes our Muslim brothers and sisters a happy and prosperous Eid.