Eid ul-Fitr Celebrations Confirmed for March 31 in Pakistan

Eid ul-Fitr will be celebrated in Pakistan on March 31, as announced by the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee after the sighting of the Shawwal moon. The committee confirmed visibility based on testimonies from various cities, marking the end of Ramadan and the start of Eid festivities.

Pakistan’s Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee has confirmed that Eid ul-Fitr will be celebrated on Monday, March 31, following the successful sighting of the Shawwal moon. Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad, the chairman of the committee, announced this news on Sunday after receiving credible testimonies from various locations including Islamabad, Lahore, Sheikhupura, and Gujranwala.

During the meeting held in Islamabad, Maulana Azad, along with religious scholars and experts from meteorology and SUPARCO, assessed the visibility of the moon. They noted that the Shawwal moon was born on Saturday at 3:59 PM and would be visible to the naked eye by sunset on Sunday, having been over 25 hours old.

The official confirmation of the moon sighting signals the conclusion of Ramadan and the commencement of Eid celebrations across the nation. The announcement was met with enthusiasm as families prepare to celebrate this significant occasion together.

In summary, the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee has formally announced that Eid ul-Fitr will be observed on March 31, following successful moon sighting reports from multiple cities. This marks the end of Ramadan and allows for nationwide celebrations. The committee’s meticulous verification process underscores the significance of religious observance in Pakistan.

Original Source: tribune.com.pk