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Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi 2024, also known as Mawlid, is being observed by Muslims worldwide, with some communities celebrating it today and others tomorrow. The festival, which marks the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad, falls on the 12th day of Rabi' al-Awwal in the Islamic calendar. It is a time for reflection on the Prophet’s life and teachings, observed through reciting Mawlids, acts of charity, and by adorning homes, mosques, and streets with colorful lights and green flags.

In various parts of the world, Muslims are celebrating in diverse ways. In Nigeria, large crowds gathered to honor and praise the Prophet, with a significant number of people joining the festivities. On Saturday evening, Istanbul’s historic mosques, including the Grand Hagia Sophia, Sultan Ahmed, Fatih, Suleymaniye, Eyup Sultan, and the Grand Camlica, hosted religious programs, attracting thousands of worshippers. A striking banner displaying "There is no god but Allah" was hung between the minarets of the Hagia Sophia Mosque as worshippers prayed for peace and blessings upon their country and the Muslim world.

In India, several programs have been organized for today and tomorrow across various cities to commemorate the Prophet’s birth. Special prayers are being held in mosques, along with community gatherings and processions. Streets and homes are adorned with decorations as people reflect on the teachings of the Prophet, while charity drives and food distributions are also a key part of the celebrations. In cities like Hyderabad, Lucknow, and various parts of Kerala, large processions with religious chants and performances mark the occasion, bringing together people from different walks of life.

Meanwhile, in Egypt, the streets were filled with vibrant Sufi celebrations. In Qais village, located in the Beni Mazar district of Minya Governorate, residents organized a large procession, with villagers participating in joyful festivities. The atmosphere was festive, with popular songs and praises for the Prophet filling the air, and sweets and drinks being distributed. Across Egyptian cities and governorates, religious events, late-night gatherings, and praises marked the occasion. Locals flocked to buy traditional Mawlid sweets from confectionery stores, keeping the joyful spirit alive.

Muslims across the globe come together on this occasion to remember and celebrate the Prophet’s birth, not only as an act of reverence but as a renewal of their commitment to his values of kindness, compassion, and faith. This annual celebration unites Muslims in a shared sense of devotion, as they honor the life of the Prophet and seek blessings for a better future for the Islamic world.