The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will gather on Sunday, the 29th of Ramadan, 1446 AH, at 6:00 PM to see the Shawwal moon.
Maulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabir Azad will chair the meeting, which will be held on the rooftop of the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony in Pakistan. At the same time, zonal committees will convene in provincial capitals to assist in the process.
This moon sighting will determine the official date for Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations across Pakistan. Authorities expect Eid-ul-Fitr to fall on Monday, March 31, 2025, after 29 days of Ramadan. The announcement holds great significance for millions preparing to mark the end of the holy month.
Eid-ul-Fitr Begins in Saudi Arabia and UAE
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) sighted the Shawwal moon on March 29, 2025. The Saudi royal court confirmed that Sunday marks the first day of Shawwal 1446 AH, ushering in Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations. Local media reported the crescent moon’s visibility, aligning with official statements from Saudi authorities.
Read: Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 Moon Sighting: Ruet-e-Hilal Committee to Meet on March 30
Large congregations will gather at Masjid al-Haram and Masjid-e-Nabavi in the holy cities of Makkah and Madina for Eid prayers. Reports estimate over a million worshippers will attend these sacred sites, highlighting the occasion’s global importance.
The Shawwal moon sighting bridges communities worldwide, though dates may differ based on local observations. The Ruet-e-Hilal Committee’s decision will finalize festivities, prayers, and family gathering plans in Pakistan.
