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Politicians greet Muslims at Eid al-Adha celebration in Jersey City
Indian-origin leaders, including Mayor Ravi Bhalla, joined Eid prayers in Jersey City, urging civic participation and celebrating community unity.
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Pranavi Sharma - Fri, 06, Jun 2025
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Eid-al-Adha Celebrated with Unity and Enthusiasm in Jersey City. / Mohammed Jaffer/Snapsindia
Local and state politicians joined members of the Muslim community at Lincoln Park on June 6 to celebrate Eid al-Adha with morning prayers and public messages encouraging civic engagement.
Indian-origin Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla was among the prominent officials in attendance, along with Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop, Bayonne Mayor Jimmy Davis, Hudson County Sheriff Frank Schillari, and Hudson County Commissioner Bill O’Dea. A New Jersey gubernatorial candidate also addressed the gathering.
Hoboken city Mayor Ravi Bhalla who is serving as a 2nd term as Mayor of HoboKen City contesting for NJ Assembly greets muslims on the day of Eid on June th 2025 (right), and Eid prayers being offered. (left) / Mohammed Jaffer/SnapsindiaThe celebration brought together people from various backgrounds in a display of community unity. The Eid prayer was led by Imam Hassan Raza, who spoke on the importance of Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) sacrifice and the values of faith and obedience.
Imam Raza also used the occasion to stress civic responsibility. “America First – Vote for Americans,” he said, encouraging attendees to participate in the democratic process.
Jersey City council members-at-large, New Jersey State Assembly members, and mayors from neighboring towns also took part in the gathering.
Muslims greeting each other on Eid and James Mcgreevy former NJ Governor and Jersey city Mayoral candidate greet Muslim community on the occasion of Eid Ul Adha prayers at Lincoln Park on june sixth 2025. / Mohammed Jaffer/Snapsindia
Former New Jersey Governor Jim McGreevey, currently running for Jersey City mayor, and fellow mayoral candidate Mussab Ali were present and engaged with the community.
Community activist Arjumand Juweria thanked attendees and highlighted the collective spirit.
Organizers said the event was not only a celebration of Eid but also a reminder of the importance of civic involvement and community solidarity.
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