Entry to the Taj Mahal will remain free from 7 am to 9 am for offering Namaz on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, on Thursday. Booking windows are to remain closed for these two hours. Notification to this effect was issued by Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), superintending archaeologist, Agra circle, Raj Kumar Patel.

The notification was issued in advance on Tuesday for Wednesday but due to non-sighting of the moon, Eid-ul-Fitr is now to be celebrated on Thursday.

On Wednesday, the Aligarh Muslim University vice-chancellor, Prof Mohammad Gulrez extended heartfelt greetings on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul Fitr.

“Eid-ul-Fitr marks the culmination of the holy month of Ramzan, a time of spiritual reflection, fasting and devotion. As we come together to celebrate Eid, let us embrace the values of compassion, generosity and unity.”

Source: Hindustan Times