Eid-ul-Fitr holidays announced

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has announced three-day public holidays on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr starting from March 31, 2025.

According to the notification issued by the Cabinet Division, after the approval from prime minister Shehbaz Sharif, the Eid ul Fitr holidays will be observed from March 31 (Monday) till April 2 (Wednesday).

The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will meet on Sunday, March 30, 2025 (Ramazan 29, 1446 AH), for the sighting of the Shawwal moon for Eid-ul-Fitr.  

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The meeting will take place at the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, where religious scholars, meteorologists, and other officials will review moon sighting reports from across Pakistan to confirm the date for Eid ul Fitr celebrations.

Last month, the Pakistan Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) used scientific methods, astronomical calculations, and modern technology to predict the visibility of the Ramadan and Shawwal crescents.

According to astronomical assessments, the Shawwal moon is expected to be visible on March 30, meaning Eid ul Fitr will likely fall on March 31, 2025.