Eid-ul-Adha 2026, also known as Bakrid or the Feast of Sacrifice, honors the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God's command. It is the second major Islamic festival and coincides with the culmination of the Hajj pilgrimage. In West Bengal, the day is marked by deep spiritual devotion, family reunions, and the traditional ritual of Qurbani.

History: Just as Ibrahim was about to perform the sacrifice, God provided a lamb to be sacrificed in place of his son. This event is a foundational story of faith. In the cultural context of Bengal, Eid-ul-Adha has always been a time of social cohesion, where the act of sharing reflects the values of charity and brotherhood that have defined the region's diverse history.

Significance: The core message is sacrifice and selfless charity. In West Bengal, the tradition of sharing Qurbani meat ensures that no member of the community goes hungry, fostering a sense of universal equality and compassion.