The Afghans celebrated the first day of the Eid al-Adha amid increased security, however economic hardship remains a desperate challenge as the interim government is struggling with a range of issues including the freezing of more than $9 billion assets in reserves.

Eid al-Adha is a Muslim holiday, which is known for the feast of sacrifice.

The day is celebrated among Muslims worldwide.

Traditionally, Afghans wear new clothes and spread a table of dry and fresh fruits. They visit relatives’ houses.

“Today, we are celebrating Eid. Compared to the previous years, the environment is so calm and secure,” said Ataullah, a resident of Kabul.

“It has been a good and happy year so far. The people can go for recreation,” said Amanullah, a resident of Kabul.

But poverty remains a huge challenge for the Afghans across the country.

Asghar, 60, is a shoe polisher working on a Kabul street. Asghar said that he must work to make ends meet for his family instead of celebrating Eid al-Adha.

“There are seven people in the family. I am here to earn some money to purchase something for the family,” he said.

“We have not purchased clothes. My father doesn’t have money to purchase it for us,” said Gulalai, a child laborer.

The Muslims from across the world including Afghanistan are visiting Saudia Arabia to perform the hajj ceremony.