ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) — The moon for the holy month of Rajab has been sighted, the Ministry of Religious Affairs announced following the central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee meeting.
In light of the central meeting of the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, the Ministry of Religious Affairs has issued a notification, declaring that the 1st of Rajab will be on Monday, December 22.
Meanwhile, the birth anniversary of Ameer-ul-Momineen Ali ibn Abi Talib will be observed on January 3, and Shab-e-Meraj will fall on January 16.
It is worth recalling that Shab-e-Meraj is a sacred event in Islamic history when Allah Almighty miraculously summoned the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) to the heavens. This night holds great importance for worship, supplication, and reflection.