Bakrid In Hyderabad On May 27 Or 28? Telangana Govt Likely To Change Eid Holiday

Hyderabad is set to observe Bakrid 2026 on May 28 after the crescent moon marking the beginning of Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH was not sighted in Telangana on Sunday evening. While the Telangana government had earlier declared a holiday for May 27 in its official calendar, the date is now expected to be revised in line with the moon sighting announcement.

Dhul-Hijjah Moon Not Sighted In Telangana

The Sadar Majlis-e-Ulama-e-Deccan confirmed that the crescent moon for Dhul-Hijjah was not visible in Hyderabad or other parts of Telangana on Sunday. In an official statement issued by Syed Hasan Ibrahim Hussaini Quadri, also known as Sajjad Pasha, the organisation said reports from different locations across the state did not confirm any verified moon sighting.

Following the development, the organisation announced that Dhul-Qa'dah would complete 30 days and Tuesday, May 19, would be observed as the first day of Dhul-Hijjah.

The beginning of Dhul-Hijjah marks the start of the annual Haj pilgrimage and leads up to Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakrid, one of the most significant Islamic festivals celebrated worldwide.

According to the statement, Eid al-Adha will now be celebrated on Thursday, May 28.

Telangana Govt Likely To Revise Bakrid Holiday

The Telangana government had already listed May 27 as a public holiday for Bakrid 2026 in the official state calendar. However, since the festival date depends on the sighting of the crescent moon, the holiday is expected to be shifted to May 28.

An official notification regarding the revised holiday date is still awaited.

Apart from Bakrid, the state government has also declared a holiday for Eid-e-Ghadeer, which will fall on June 4.

Hyderabad Prepares For Surge In Cattle Markets

With Bakrid approaching, Hyderabad is expected to witness a rise in temporary cattle markets across the city. Traders from Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra are likely to arrive in large numbers to cater to the festive demand for sacrificial animals.

Every year, these seasonal markets attract thousands of buyers ahead of Eid al-Adha, making Hyderabad one of the major hubs for Bakrid livestock trade in the region.

Bakrid is traditionally observed on the 10th day of Dhul-Hijjah, the final month of the Islamic lunar calendar. Celebrations begin with special namaz offered at mosques and Eidgahs, followed by Qurbani rituals and family gatherings.

Demand For Qurbani Services Continues To Rise

In recent years, Hyderabad has also seen growing interest in professional Qurbani services. Last year, many residents opted for organised services that handle the entire process, including procurement of animals, slaughter and doorstep meat delivery.

The trend has gained popularity due to the convenience it offers, especially among families living in urban areas and apartment complexes.