NO. No. 2(3)/DD (Q)/2019
10-March-2025
Ministry Of Religious Affairs And Interfaith Harmony, Government Of Pakistan
Moon Sighting for Shawwal 1446 AH: Meeting Scheduled by Ruet-e-Hilal Committee:
The Government of Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has officially announced the moon sighting meeting for Shawwal 1446 AH, which determines the date of Eid-ul-Fitr 2025. The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will convene on Sunday, March 30, 2025 (29th Ramadan 1446 AH) at the Ministry of Religious Affairs, Islamabad, to analyze reports from across the country.
Simultaneously, Zonal and District Ruet-e-Hilal Committees will hold their meetings at their respective headquarters. Anyone with credible moon sighting information is requested to report to the committee via the designated phone numbers for an official decision. The final announcement regarding Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 will be made by Chairman Moulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabir Azad after thorough verification.
This moon sighting announcement is crucial for determining the Islamic calendar and ensuring religious harmony across the nation. Stay updated with Vocal Pakistan for the latest government notifications and official announcements.
NO. No. 2(3)/DD (Q)/2019
GOVERNMENT OF PAKISTAN
MINISTRY OF RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS
AND INTERFAITH HARMONY
Islamabad, the 10th March, 2025
PRESS RELEASE
SUBJECT: ARRANGEMENTS FOR SIGHTING THE MOON OF SHAWWAL 1446 A.H/2025
It is stated that the meeting of Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee for sighting the moon of Shawwal 1446 AH will be held In-Shaa-Allah, on the evening of Sunday, the 30th March 2025 corresponding to 29th Ramadan 1446 AH in the Ministry of Religious Affairs & Interfaith Harmony, 1st Floor, Kohsar Block, Pak-Secretariat, Constitutional Avenue, Islamabad. The meetings of Zonal/District Ruet-e-Hilal Committees will be held at their respective headquarters on the same date.
2. Any information about the position of moon may be conveyed to the following phone/cell numbers for final announcement by the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, please:
| Sr. # | Name/Designation/Department | Phone/Cell No. |
| 1 | Moulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabir Azad, Chairman | 0321-9410041 |
| 2 | Hafiz Abdul Qudoos, Director (R&R), M/O RA&IH | 0333-2697051 |
| 3 | Muhammad Khaleeq, Deputy Director, M/o RA&IH | 0321-7755108 |
3. The Chairman Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will announce the decision of moon sighting or otherwise subsequently on the basis of information received to this end.
4. The above contents of this letter may please be given wide publicity
Deputy Director (Q)
The Duty Officer,
Press Information Department,
Near Zero Point, Islamabad.
Awaiting the Crescent: Official Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 Announcement Soon:
With Ramadan nearing its conclusion, the anticipation for Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 is at its peak. The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee’s moon sighting meeting will play a pivotal role in confirming whether Shawwal 1446 AH begins on March 30 or continues for another day. The decision will be based on verified reports from across Pakistan.
Citizens are urged to follow official government updates and avoid misinformation regarding the moon sighting and Eid date. To maintain unity and religious harmony, the final announcement by Chairman Moulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabir Azad will be broadcasted nationwide.
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