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Shia Muslims light candles and pray on the graves of their relatives during the Shab-e-Barat occasion in Srinagar. Shab-e-barat is a festival observed by Muslims between 14th and 15th night of 8th Islamic Month Sha'aban, who pray all night with the belief that God will decide everyone's fortune on this night. Additionally, Twelve Shia Muslims commemorate the birthday of 12th Imam Muhammad al-Mahdi on this date.

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