The Shawwal 1446 AH moon is expected to be sighted on the night of March 30, 2025, marking the beginning of Eidul Fitr, according to the Pakistan Meteorology Department (PMD).
Astronomical calculations show that the new moon will be born at 15:58 PST on March 29, 2025, and there is a “good opportunity” to observe the crescent the next night, the PMD reported.
However, climatic conditions in several regions are expected to be partially cloudy, which can affect visibility in some areas.
The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Commission (Supparco) has also predicted that Eidul Fitr will probably fall on March 31, 2025.
The Central Committee Ruet-E-Hilal, together with the Zonal and District Committees, will meet on March 30 to officially confirm the sighting of the Moon, which will determine the date of EID celebrations throughout the country.
In advance of the holidays, the Government has declared a three -day public holiday from March 31 to April 2, 2025, for Eidul Fitr, according to a notification of the Cabinet Secretariat.
