Eid ul-Fitr to be Celebrated Nationwide in Pakistan on March 31

Eid ul-Fitr will be celebrated in Pakistan on March 31 following the sighting of the Shawwal moon by the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee. The decision was based on testimonies from several cities and expert analysis from meteorologists and space scientists. The announcement enables nationwide Eid festivities, marking the end of Ramadan.

The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee of Pakistan has officially announced the sighting of the Shawwal moon, indicating that Eid ul-Fitr will be celebrated nationwide on Monday, March 31. This declaration was made by Committee Chairman Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad, who confirmed the receipt of credible moon sighting reports from multiple cities including Islamabad, Lahore, Sheikhupura, and Gujranwala.

During the meeting convened in Islamabad, Maulana Azad led discussions alongside religious scholars, meteorologists, and experts from the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO). The experts had previously indicated that the Shawwal moon was born on Saturday at 3:59 PM and would be sufficiently visible by sunset on Sunday, being over 25 hours old.

The confirmation of the moon sighting signals the commencement of Eid celebrations, signifying the conclusion of Ramadan. The joyous occasion will witness various festivities across Pakistan as communities come together to observe this significant holiday.

The sighting of the Shawwal moon has been officially confirmed by the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee in Pakistan, leading to the celebration of Eid ul-Fitr on March 31. With credible testimonies gathered from multiple cities and the support of scientific observations, the announcement marks a pivotal moment for the nation as it concludes the month of Ramadan with joy and unity.

Original Source: tribune.com.pk