Srinagar, Mar 27: Thousands of faithful will bow their heads in prayer tonight during the sacred night of Shab-e-Qadr.
Shab-e-Qadr, the Night of Power, is believed to be the most sacred night of Ramadan—a night when the heavens open, sins are forgiven, and prayers are answered. It is being observed all across the globe tonight, including in the Kashmir Valley.
According to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), Srinagar’s historic Hazratbal Shrine is set to witness the largest gathering of worshippers, with thousands expected to spend the night in deep devotion. However, the authorities disallowed prayers at the historic Jamia Masjid in the heart of Srinagar.
Meanwhile, other mosques and shrines across the valley will resonate with spiritual recitations, as believers immerse themselves in prayers, Tilawat-e-Quran and supplications for mercy and peace tonight.
Mohammad Yousuf, a resident of Khanyar, Srinagar, said the valley’s mosques and shrines will glow with lights tonight, but the real illumination comes from the faith of worshippers who will spend the night seeking divine mercy.
“This night is a chance to ask for everything they have ever wished for. Peace, forgiveness and a better tomorrow are among the blessings we seek,” he added.
Similarly, in homes across Kashmir, families prepare for the night with quiet devotion.
Neelofar, a woman from Lasjan, Srinagar, said that on this night, she will seek mercy from the Almighty. “Tonight, I feel closest to the Almighty,” she said.
It is believed that the night is not just about prayers—it is a moment of deep self-reflection. People will raise their hands, asking for relief from hardships and for an end to the worries that weigh them down.
Meanwhile, authorities have ensured that major places of worship are ready to accommodate lakhs of worshippers. Security arrangements have also been tightened, and sanitation teams have been deployed to maintain cleanliness—(KNO)
