Milad un Nabi 2024: From history to importance; Here’s all you need to know

ISLAMABAD: The Islamic festival of Milad-un-Nabi, commonly known as Milad or Eid Milad, commemorates the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Milad-un-Nabi History

This day is known as Muhammad’s birthday, and it is believed that the ‘Messenger’ was born on this day in 570 AD in the city of Mecca. Muslims around the world commemorate this day that reflects the teachings and life of the Prophet (PBUH. It is noteworthy that the founder of Islam and the Prophet of Islam, who announced the Qur’an, died on the same day.

Milad-un-Nabi Public Holiday 2024

According to the Islamic calendar, Eid Milad-un-Nabi is celebrated on the 12th of the third month of Rabi’ul-Awwal. This year, the day will be celebrated on September 17 on Tuesday, the government of Pakistan, India and other Islamic countries have announced holiday on 12^th Rabi’ul-Awwal.

Milad-un-Nabi Holiday

On this day, banks will remain closed in 14 states across India, marking a long weekend. The list of states includes Gujarat, Mizoram, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Manipur, Jammu and Kashmir, Kerala, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand.

Milad-un-Nabi Milad-un-Nabi Importance

The day holds great spiritual significance for Muslims around the world, as it marks the birth of the Prophet and reflects on his teachings and commitment to living according to the principles of kindness, compassion and faith. renews the day is important in the Sufi tradition of Sunni Islam and even Shia Muslims celebrate Milad.

Milad-un-Nabi Celebrations

Muslims around the world celebrate this festival by offering special prayers and seeking blessings from Allah. Devotees engage in charity and donations on this occasion and decorate their houses, mosques and streets with colourful lights and green flags.