Eid ul-Fitr 2024 Moon Sighting Updates in Pakistan

Eid ul-Fitr 2024 Moon Sighting: Pakistanis are set to observe the sighting of the Shawwal moon today on April 9 to celebrate Eidul-Fitr on April 10.

Ruet-e-Hilal, Pakistan’s premier moon seeing body, has scheduled a meeting to watch the Shawwal crescent. Abdul Khabir Azad will preside over the meeting of the central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, as well as zonal committees in province capitals.

Ahead of moon sighting, there is great excitement and anticipation among people, especially among youngsters as Eid is a time of celebration, joy, and togetherness, marked by special prayers, mouth-watering foods, gifts, and spending time with family and friends.

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Muslims traditionally wear new clothes, adorn their homes, and engage in cultural and festive celebrations. If the crescent moon is sighted tonight, Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on April 10, Wednesday, along with other Muslim countries such as Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Egypt, Turkey, Iran, UK, and other Gulf nations.

In rare case, if Shawwal crescent is not sighted, Eid will be held on April 11, Thursday, with total 30 fasts.

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Devoted individuals observe Eidul Fitr mainly as a religious occasion, signifying the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan. In places like Pakistan, Eid is a day of happiness and gratitude towards Allah Almighty for granting them the endurance and perseverance to fast throughout the entire month.

Eid is a special time for Muslims to thank for the good things they have and to help those who are not as fortunate. It’s also an important occasion for Muslims all around the world, with both spiritual and cultural importance.