Eid al Fitr 2025 Moon Sighting Announcements in South Asia and Beyond

Eid al Fitr 2025 preparations in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and the UK involve moon sighting appeals for March 30. The committees will confirm the Eid date following moon sightings after Maghrib. Eid will be celebrated on March 31 if the moon is spotted; otherwise, it will be on April 1. Saudi Arabia has confirmed March 30 as Eid, followed by other countries.
Eid al Fitr 2025 Moon Announcement: In India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, Moon Sighting Committees have urged Muslims to observe the crescent moon on Sunday, March 30, 2025, corresponding to the 29th of Ramadan 1446 AH. Central Moon Sighting Committees have made preparations to confirm the new moon’s sighting and determine the Eid al Fitr date.
These committees across South Asia and the UK will convene after Maghrib prayers to review reports regarding the sighting of the Shawwal moon. Notable Hilal Committees in major cities including Mumbai, Delhi, and Karachi have also appealed for moon sightings.
In the UK, Wifaqul Ulama has called on Muslims in London to view the Shawwal moon, while Majlis Ugama Islam in Singapore is also participating in the moon sighting on March 30. The Religious Affairs Ministry and Central Moon Sighting Committees are expected to make official announcements after Salate Maghreb.
Eid al Fitr is anticipated to be celebrated on Monday, March 31, 2025, if the moon is observed today; alternatively, it will be observed on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, if the moon is not sighted. The lunar calendar dictates that a new month begins upon moon sighting on the 29th, otherwise, the current month extends to 30 days.
Saudi Arabia has confirmed that Sunday, March 30, 2025, is the first day of Shawwal after successfully sighting the Eid moon on March 29. Other nations including the UAE, Qatar, and North American Muslims are also celebrating Eid on this date. Oman is set to celebrate on Monday, March 31, 2025. For continuous updates, visit ummid.com’s WhatsApp Channel.
In summary, the moon sighting for Eid al Fitr 2025 is crucial for determining the celebration date across various countries. While official announcements are pending, significant arrangements have been made to facilitate moon sightings. The celebration may span March 31 or April 1, depending on the moon’s visibility, with Saudi Arabia and several regions already confirming their Eid day. Regular updates will be provided through relevant channels.
Original Source: ummid.com