Eid-ul-Fitr Celebration in India Confirmed for March 31 Following Moon Sighting

The celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the end of Ramzan's fasting period, is set for Monday in the country following the sighting of the moon. Imam Mufti Mukarram Ahmad from Fatehpuri Masjid confirmed that the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee received reports of moon sightings from multiple locations. Consequently, Eid will be observed on March 31, Monday.

Eid Celebrations Confirmed Across Regions

In Jammu and Kashmir, Grand Mufti Nasirul Islam announced that the festival will also be celebrated on Monday due to the crescent moon being visible in various parts of the Union territory. Reports confirming the sighting were received from places including Srinagar, as stated by the Grand Mufti to reporters in Srinagar.

Muslim organization Imarat-e-Shariah-Hind released a statement affirming the moon's sighting in different regions, including the national capital. Maulana Najibullah Qasmi, secretary of their Ruat-e-Hilal Committee Moon Committee, announced that Shawwal month begins on Monday, March 31, with special Eid-ul-Fitr prayers scheduled for tomorrow morning.

Significance and Observance of Eid-ul-Fitr

Eid-ul-Fitr is celebrated globally on varying days based on the crescent moon's sighting, which signals Shawwal month's start in the lunar Islamic calendar. The festival is seen as a time for brotherhood and harmony. Imam Ahmad expressed hopes for continued prosperity and love in these values during this occasion.

Shahi Jama Masjid Imam Syed Shaban Bukhari shared a video on social media confirming that the Shawwal moon was seen in various parts of the country on Sunday. Therefore, it was declared that Eid-ul-Fitr would be observed on Monday.

Messages of Unity and Reflection

Maulana Arshad Madani, head of Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind, extended Eid greetings via Facebook. He expressed his hope that Allah would use this Eid to eliminate differences and foster tolerance and love among people. This year, Ramzan lasted 29 days compared to last year's 30 days.

The Islamic calendar dictates that months can have either 29 or 30 days depending on moon sightings. During Ramzan, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset without consuming food or drink.