Eid-ul-Fitr 2025: Moon Sighting Updates for India, Pakistan, and Beyond
Eid-ul-Fitr, a major Islamic festival, signifies the end of Ramadan and is determined by the crescent moon sighting. For 2025, India and neighboring countries are expected to celebrate on March 31, unless the moon is visible the following day, leading to an April 1 celebration.
Eid-ul-Fitr, celebrated as the ‘Festival of Breaking Fast,’ is a significant Islamic festival marking the end of Ramadan. It occurs during the first three days of Shawwal, the 10th month in the Hijri lunar calendar, relying on the sighting of the crescent moon to determine its date.
In South Asian countries like India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, Eid is usually celebrated a day later than in the Middle East and other regions. For 2025, the anticipated celebration will take place on Monday, March 31, provided the crescent moon is visible on Saturday, March 30. If the moon is sighted on March 31, then Eid will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 1.
Eid-ul-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is determined by the sighting of the crescent moon. In 2025, celebration dates differ between South Asian nations and the Middle East, with India and its neighbors likely observing the festival on March 31, unless the moon is sighted the following day. Stay tuned for live updates on the moon sighting.
Original Source: indianexpress.com
