ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – The Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) says Eidul Fitr is likely to be held on March 31.
The commission, in a statement, says the crescent is likely to be seen in Pakistan on March 30 on the basis of scientific calculations.
“Consequently, Ramazan is expected to complete [in] 29 days, and the first day of Eidul Fitr will likely be observed on 31 March 2025,” it says.
The chances of sighting the moon in Saudi Arabia are “almost impossible on March 29, 2025 as the age of the crescent at the time of sunset in Makkah would be approximately five hours.”
“In this regard, the crescent is expected to be visible on March 30, 2025 in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East, and they would also likely celebrate Eid on March 31, 2025,” it says.
Earlier, astronomers predicted Eidul Fitr would be held in Pakistan on March 31.
The holy month of Ramazan is likely to have 29 days and Eid will fall on March 31 (Monday), said astronomers.
They said the age of crescent on March 30 night would be 26 hours therefore, it would be visible in the sky.
RUET-E-HILAL MEETING ON MARCH 30
Meanwhile, the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee also expects Eid on March 31 on the basis of age of crescent.
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee and zonal committees will gather on March 30 for Shawwal moon sighting. The central committee’s meeting will be held at the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony.
EID HOLIDAYS
The federal government has announced three-day holidays on Eidul Fitr 2025.
According to a notification issued by the Cabinet Division, the Eid holidays will be from March 31 (Monday) to April 2 (Wednesday).