Mumbai News Live Updates Today September 14, 2024: Eid-e-Milad Holiday in Mumbai Not on September 16. Maharashtra Govt Reschedules. Here's Why

Eid-e-Milad Holiday in Mumbai Not on September 16

The Maharashtra government has rescheduled the Eid-e-Milad holiday in Mumbai from September 16 to September 17, 2024. The decision was taken after considering the convenience of citizens and to avoid any inconvenience during the Ganesh Chaturthi festival.

Eid-e-Milad is a festival that marks the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad. It is one of the most important festivals for Muslims around the world.

Why was the holiday rescheduled?

The Maharashtra government rescheduled the Eid-e-Milad holiday to avoid any inconvenience during the Ganesh Chaturthi festival. Ganesh Chaturthi is a 10-day festival that begins on September 13 and ends on September 22. It is one of the most important festivals in Maharashtra and is celebrated with great enthusiasm.

The government felt that having two major festivals on the same day would cause traffic congestion and other problems for citizens.

Will the holiday be compensated?

Yes, the government has announced that the holiday will be compensated. Citizens will get a holiday on September 17 instead of September 16.

Conclusion

The Maharashtra government's decision to reschedule the Eid-e-Milad holiday is a welcome move. It will help avoid any inconvenience to citizens during the Ganesh Chaturthi festival.