The federal government of Pakistan has officially announced a three-day public holiday for Eid ul-Fitr 2025.
According to a notification issued by the Cabinet Division, the holidays will run from Monday, March 31, to Wednesday, April 2.
The announcement comes as the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee and zonal committees prepare to convene on Sunday evening, March 30, 2025 (29th Ramadan 1446 AH), to see the Shawwal moon. This sighting will mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan and determine the date for Eid ul-Fitr celebrations across the country.
The moonsighting committee’s meeting will be held at the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony. Religious scholars, meteorological experts, and other stakeholders will review moon sighting reports from across Pakistan to officially declare the start of Shawwal.
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In February, the Pakistan Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) forecasted the visibility of the Ramadan and Shawwal crescents using scientific assessments, astronomical calculations, and modern observational data. According to these models, the Shawwal moon is expected to be visible on March 30, indicating that Eid ul-Fitr will likely fall on March 31, 2025.
However, the final decision will depend on the unaided-eye observation of the crescent moon, which is a religious obligation for determining the start of the holy month. The committee will examine testimonies nationwide before making an official announcement.
