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Eid-ul-Adha 2026: The festive season has started across the country and on 28th May, the big festival of Muslim community, Eid-ul-Azha i.e. Bakrid Is going to be celebrated. On this special occasion, the markets are vibrant and mosques are also being specially decorated. Whenever it comes to Islam or Muslim population, the names of countries like Pakistan or Bangladesh often come to people's mind. But do you know that India comes second in the world in terms of the number of mosques? In this matter, Muslim majority countries like Pakistan and Bangladesh are nowhere near India. Let us know about some interesting statistics related to mosques in the world and India.

Indonesia has the highest number of mosques

According to the report of National Mosque Data Portal SIMAS, Indonesia, the country with the largest Muslim population in the world, also has the highest number of mosques. By July 2025, there are said to be about 7 lakh 44 thousand registered mosques. Istiqlal Mosque, located in Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia, is counted among the most famous mosques there. This mosque is considered a symbol of Indonesia's independence and national unity. Its huge building and beautiful architecture attracts people from all over the world.

India in second place

India is not a Muslim majority country, but the population of the Muslim community here is said to be more than 20 crores. According to the report, there are about 3 lakh mosques across the country, due to which India comes second in the world. Jama Masjid, located in Delhi, is one of the largest mosques in India, which was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. The biggest feature of India's mosques is their diversity. Here one can see everything from grand historical mosques to simple mosques built in small towns and localities. Apart from Jama Masjid of Delhi, historical mosques like Taj-ul-Masjid of Bhopal and Mecca Masjid of Hyderabad are famous for their beauty and religious importance.

Jama Masjid, Delhi

Pakistan and Bangladesh lag behind India

Although Pakistan and Bangladesh are Muslim majority countries, they are said to be behind India in terms of total number of mosques. Experts believe that due to India's huge population, geographical expansion and long history, the number of mosques is high here.

Importance of mosques in Islam

In Muslim society, mosque is not only a place for offering namaz, but it is also considered an important center of social and religious life. People worship together in the mosque, which increases brotherhood and unity. Here children are given religious education, the needy are helped and many other works related to society are also done. The beauty of mosques increases on special occasions like Ramzan, Friday prayers and Eid.

There will be more excitement on Bakrid

Preparations have started in mosques across the country for Bakrid to be celebrated on 28th May. On this day, the Muslim community will go to Eidgah and mosques in the morning and offer special prayers. Bakrid is considered a festival that gives the message of sacrifice, sacrifice and humanity.

Varun Chauhan

More than a decade of experience in electronic and digital media. After doing a journalism course from Asian Academy of Film and Television (AAFT) Noida in 2008, I started my journey in media with the idea of ​​doing something different and new. After which, through Channel One News, Sahara Samay, A2Z News, News Express, National Voice and Punjab Kesari Digital, the country's largest news network TV9 is taking up the responsibility of presenting news related to religion and faith in simple, easy and factual language in India. Experience of coverage of Mahakumbh 2025. I also have special interest in subjects like Indian culture, festivals, numerology and Vastu Shastra.

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