Indore Eid-ul-Fitr Celebrations: Qazi Highlights Drug Abuse, Economic Nationalism
Hundreds of faithful gathered at the Sadar Bazaar Eidgah in Indore on Saturday to offer namaz, marking the conclusion of the holy month of Ramazan. The city's markets and streets were alive with festive colors and energy ahead of the celebrations.
Festive Atmosphere Across Commercial Areas
Shops selling clothes, bangles, sweets, and gifts experienced heavy footfall throughout the day. Streets in busy commercial districts glowed with decorative lights, enhancing the celebratory mood. Indore's renowned Sarafa Bazaar, famous for its night food scene, took on vibrant hues as food stalls and vendors attracted large crowds late into the evening.
Prayers and Community Address by Shahar Qazi
In the morning, Shahar Qazi Ishrat Ali led the prayers at the Eidgah. Following the namaz, people exchanged warm embraces and Eid greetings with one another, fostering a sense of community and joy.
Speaking to mediapersons after the prayers, Shahar Qazi raised significant concerns about drug abuse among Muslim youth. He called for community-level action against those responsible, emphasizing the need for a social boycott of drug sellers.
"I extend my Eid greetings to everyone. One concern is that substance abuse has become common among the youth nowadays, and it is distressing that even those selling intoxicants are Muslims. We have said that such drug sellers should face social boycott, as they are destroying generations for the sake of some coins," he stated.
Advocacy for Economic Nationalism
The Qazi also used his address to advocate for greater economic nationalism. He urged citizens to shun foreign goods in favor of domestically produced alternatives, highlighting India's manufacturing capabilities.
"India has made significant progress since independence, and there is hardly anything in the world that is not manufactured here. Therefore, we should boycott foreign products and make use of indigenous products. We should prove ourselves to be true Indians by promoting and using locally made goods," he added.
This call to action underscores a broader message of self-reliance and national pride during the festive occasion.
