Eid al-Adha 2026, also known as Bakrid, is observed on different dates across India following a moon-sighting update. Most regions are expected to celebrate on Thursday, 28 May after the moon sighting is reported to have been delayed, shifting the start of the month used to determine the holiday. Other areas follow local religious or regional practices and will observe Bakrid on Wednesday, 27 May. The date change affects scheduling for institutions and government offices, with revised holidays and timetable adjustments reported nationwide. While there is variation by region, the reports converge on the same central point: the sighting of the moon influences whether the holiday falls on 27 or 28 May. Residents are advised to follow official notifications in their respective states and localities for the final confirmation of the date and the timing of prayers.