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CM directs heightened vigilance during Eid-ul-Azha; reviews security in sensitive U.P. districts
In view of the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday (May 24, 2026) directed officials to strengthen vigilance, and said ritual sacrifice of animals would not be permitted in public places on the festive occasion. Sacrifices are to be performed only at pre-designated sites, and no new practices are to be encouraged, the Chief Minister said, reiterating that there is a ban on the sacrifice of prohibited animals. He directed that namaz be offered only at traditional venues, and said under no circumstances should permission be granted to offer prayers by blocking roads.
