NO. No. 2(3)/DD (Q)/2019
13-February-2025
Ministry Of Religious Affairs And Interfaith Harmony, Government Of Pakistan
Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee to Decide Ramadan Moon Sighting on 28th February 2025–Press Release:
The Government of Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has officially announced the date for the moon sighting meeting to determine the beginning of Ramadan 1446 AH. The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will convene on Friday, 28th February 2025 (29th Shaban 1446 Hijri) at the Auqaf Department building in Peshawar, while Zonal and District Ruet-e-Hilal Committees will hold simultaneous meetings at their respective headquarters.
The meeting aims to gather authentic reports on the moon’s visibility from across the country to determine the first day of Ramadan. Information regarding moon sighting will be communicated via designated officials and phone numbers, and the final decision will be announced by Chairman Maulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabir Azad. Citizens across Pakistan are encouraged to stay informed through official channels to avoid misinformation. Below is the official press release with further details.
MOST IMPORTANT
GOVERNMENT OF PAKISTAN
MINISTRY OF RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS
AND INTERFAITH HARMONY
NO. No. 2(3)/DD (Q)/2019
Islamabad, the 13th February, 2025
PRESS RELEASE
SUBJECT: ARRANGEMENTS FOR SIGHTING THE MOON OF RAMADAN-UL-MUBARIK 1446 A.H /2025.
Sir,
I am directed to say that the meeting of Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee for sighting the moon of Ramdan-ul-Mubarik 1446 AH will be held In-Shaa-Allah, in the evening of Friday the 28th February, 2025 corresponding (29th Shaban 1446 Hijri) in the building of Auqaf Department, Peshawar, whereas meetings of Zonal/District Ruet-e-Hilal Committees will be held at their respective Headquarters at the same time. Similarly, the meeting of Zonal Ruet-e- Hilal Committee, ICT will be held at Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmon, 1st Floor Kohsar Block, Pak. Secretariat, Islamabad.
2. All information about the position of moon may be conveyed to the following Phone/Cell Numbers for final announcement: –
| Sr. # | Name/Designation/Department | Phone/Cell No. |
| 1 | Moulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabir Azad, Chairman | 0321-9410041 |
| 2 | Dr. Shahid ur Rehman, Deputy Director | 0333-2697051 |
| 2 | Hafiz Abdul Qudoos, Director (R&R) | 0331-7681372 |
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,
Official Ramadan Moon Sighting Decision to Be Announced Soon:
As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee plays a crucial role in ensuring a unified decision for moon sighting across Pakistan. The official announcement of Ramadan’s first day will be based on authentic visual reports and scientific data, ensuring clarity and transparency for the public.
The Ministry of Religious Affairs urges citizens to rely on official government sources for moon sighting updates. With Ramadan being a time of spirituality, reflection, and unity, it is essential to follow the official announcement to begin fasting on the correct date.
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