When is Bakrid in Kerala, West Bengal? Eid al-Adha 2026 Holiday Updates; Check Govt Announcements

Bakrid 2026, also known as Eid al-Adha or Eid-ul-Zuha, has now been officially confirmed in several Indian states after the crescent moon was not sighted.

Muslims in Kerala, West Bengal, and many other parts of India will celebrate Bakrid on Thursday, May 28.. The announcement came after religious authorities confirmed that the Dhul-Hijjah moon was not visible, pushing the festival date by a day.

Bakrid is a major Islamic festival and commemorates the spirit of sacrifice and devotion. The festival is observed with special prayers, charity, and the ritual sacrifice of animals as part of Islamic tradition. It is also called the Festival of Sacrifice, since Prophet Ibrahim's willingly agreed to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God.

Kerala Declares Two-Day Public Holiday For Bakrid 2026

The Kerala government has announced a two-day public holiday for Bakrid 2026. Both May 27 and May 28 will be government public holidays in the state after the revised moon sighting confirmation. The decision was taken after religious bodies confirmed that the crescent moon marking the beginning of Dhul-Hijjah was not sighted.

West Bengal Revises Bakrid Holiday Calendar

In West Bengal, the state government revised its earlier holiday schedule and officially declared May 28, 2026, as the public holiday for Bakrid. Earlier holiday notifications for May 26 and May 27 were withdrawn after the updated moon sighting announcement.

Stock Market To Remain Closed On Bakrid 2026

Indian stock markets, including the NSE and BSE, will remain closed on May 28, 2026, on account of Bakrid. Trading in equity, derivatives, commodity, and currency segments will remain suspended for the day as part of the official market holiday calendar.

Why Bakrid Date Changed This Year

The Eid al-Adha date depends on the Islamic lunar calendar and the sighting of the crescent moon. Since the moon was not sighted on the expected day, the beginning of Dhul-Hijjah was delayed, automatically shifting Bakrid celebrations to May 28.