PMD predicts Shawwal moon sighting on March 30
The moon of Shawwal 1446 AH is expected to be sighted on the evening of March 30, 2025, marking the beginning of Eidul Fitr, according to the Pakistan Meteorological 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 chance" of sighting the crescent the following evening, the PMD reported.
However, weather conditions across various regions are expected to be partly cloudy, which may affect visibility in some areas.
The Pakistan Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) has also predicted that Eidul Fitr will likely fall on March 31, 2025.
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, along with zonal and district committees, will meet on March 30 to officially confirm the moon's sighting, which will determine the date of Eid celebrations nationwide.
In anticipation of the holiday, the government has declared a three-day public holiday from March 31 to April 2, 2025, for Eidul Fitr, according to a notification from the Cabinet Secretariat.
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