Eid Ul-Fitr Moon Sighting 2025 Highlights: Crescent Moon Sighted In India, Eid To Be Celebrated On March 31

Eid-ul-Fitr namaaz will be offered at the Shahi Eidgah here at 9 am on Monday, a cleric said on Sunday.

The Imam of Sambhal’s Shahi Eidgah Hazrat Ghazi, Ashraf Hamidi, also said that before the namaz, Qari Alauddin will address the namaazis.

Sambhal Sub Divisional Magistrate Vandana Mishra said an “inspection” ahead of the festival to manage the impending crowding.

“So today, I have come with my team to see the cleanliness and other arrangements,” she said.

Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday as the crescent moon was sighted at many places in the Union territory, Grand Mufti Nasirul Islam said.

“Reports of moon sighting have been received from various parts including Srinagar,” the Grand Mufti told reporters here.

He said people should remember the less privileged sections of the society while celebrating Eid on Monday.

The crescent moon of Shawwal has been spotted in J&K, Eid to be celebrated tomorrow.

Lucknow Eidgah Imam, Maulana Khalid Rasheed Firangi Mahali said, “The moon has been sighted today, i.e. on March 30 and Eid-al-Fitr will be celebrated on March 31. Namaz will be offered at 10 am in Lucknow Eidgah…”

Malaysia has also officially declared Monday as the day to observe Eid-ul-Fitr

Muslims in the UK follow the crescent moon sightings in either Saudi Arabia or Morocco. The moon was not visible in Britain on Saturday, so the Eid-ul-Fitr should fall on March 31 (Monday). But since the moon was sighted in Saudi Arabia, many mosques and worshippers are marking the end of Ramadan

The Eid celebrations started in Saudi Arabia on Sunday after the crescent moon was sighted in the Gulf nation on Saturday. Saudi Arabia observes the crescent moon a day ahead of India, Pakistan and other neighbouring nations.

India is set to witness the Crescent moon on Sunday, March 30, which will mark the end of the holy Ramadan 2025 period, as the nation will likely celebrate Eid on Monday.

Nearly 14,000 police personnel will be on Mumbai’s roads on the occasion of Gudi Padwa and Eid-Ul-Fitr on Sunday and Monday, an official said.

People should celebrate Gudi Padwa and Eid-Ul-Fitr by following all norms, he said on Saturday.

According to the police official, seven additional commissioners, 17 deputy commissioners of police (DCP), 50 assistant commissioners of police (ACP), 1,982 police officers and 11,820 constables will be on the city’s roads to ensure law and order.

In India, this year, Ramadan began on Sunday, March 2, following the sighting of the new crescent moon on Saturday, March 1. In Saudi Arabia, Ramadan commenced a day earlier, on March 1.

In India, Eid-ul-Fitr is likely to be celebrated on March 31, or April 1, depending on when the crescent is sighted.

Crescent moon was spotted in UAE so Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and other cities of Emirates will be observing Eid-Al-Fitr today. The sighting of crescent moon marked the end of Ramadan fasting and the beginning of Eid celebrations

Here are some WhatsApp messages to share with your closed ones on Eid:

– “Sending you warm Eid wishes and prayers for a successful and prosperous year ahead. Eid Mubarak!”

– “Eid teaches us the beauty of patience, gratitude, and unity.”

– “On this special day, let’s forgive and forget, and embrace one another with open hearts.”

– “Eid is a day of celebration, but it’s also a reminder to continue spreading love and compassion every day.”

– “As the crescent moon is sighted, may your heart be filled with joy and faith. Eid Mubarak!”

Eid-ul-Fitr is a special celebration that marks the end of Ramadan, a month when Muslims fast from dawn to sunset. During Ramadan, Muslims focus on prayer, reflection and helping others.

It is a time to strengthen their connection with Allah and purify their souls of any vices and impurities. Many also read the Quran to deepen their understanding of their faith. Eid is also a time for forgiveness and making peace. People greet each other to show unity and brotherhood.

Eid al-Fitr has its roots in 624 CE when Prophet Muhammad and his companions celebrated the first Eid after winning the Battle of Badr. It is also believed that the Prophet received the first revelation of the Holy Quran during the holy month of Ramadan.

Mumbai: 06:53 p.m.

Chennai: 06:50 p.m.

Kolkata: 05:52 p.m.

Bengaluru: 06:35 p.m.

Hyderabad: 06:29 p.m.

Eid al-Fitr 2025: History

The crescent moon will be sighted in India on March 30, marking the end of Ramadan. The timing for Iftar in Delhi will be 06:53 p.m.

Lucknow Eidgah Imam, Maulana Khalid Rasheed Firangi Mahali said, “The moon of Eid-al-Fitr will be sighted on 30th March and if the moon is sighted, then Eid will be celebrated on the 31st March. In this regard, the Islamic Centre of India has issued an advisory in which we have appealed to the Muslim community to reach Eidga and Mosque as soon as possible and not offer Namaz on roads and offer Namaz inside the Eidgah only. After the Namaz, pray for the safety and security of our country including lasting peace and the establishment of peace in the country of Palestine.”

Eid al-Fitr 2025: Eid in India will be celebrated on March 31, and there’s nothing exciting for women than to getting all dressed up. So, in case you are still scrolling for some outfit ideas, here are some ideas inspired by Bollywood celebrities:

– May Allah’s blessings be with you today and always. Eid Mubarak!

– May the spirit of Eid bring happiness and peace to your home.

– Let’s rejoice and make beautiful memories this Eid. Happy Eid-ul-Fitr 2025!

Eid in Australia, Malaysia and Bangladesh will fall on the same day as in India, i.e., March 31.

While Eid will be celebrated tomorrow in India, people in some parts of the country are celebrating it today.

Eid in India will fall on March 31, a day after it is celebrated in Saudi Arabia. The crescent moon is likely to be sighted in India today, March 30, marking the end of Ramadan.

Here is a list of some Eid Mubarak wishes and messages you can send your loved ones.

I wish you and your family a joyous and blessed Eid! Eid Mubarak!

May Allah’s grace shine upon you. Eid Mubarak!

Eid is a reminder of unity and gratitude. Eid Mubarak!

Have a joyous and love-filled Eid celebration!

Eid Mubarak! May Allah accept your prayers and grant you success in everything you do

May this Eid bring you peace, prosperity, and success in all aspects of life. Eid Mubarak!

India celebrates Eid a day after Saudi Arabia. Hence, Eid-ul-Fitr is likely to be celebrated on Monday, March 31, in India. In case moon is not sighted on March 30, then the festival will be celebrated on April 1.

Saudi authorities declare that the crescent moon for the month of Shawwal 1446 was sighted in Saudi Arabia on Saturday, March 29, 2025. Hence, today is the beginning of the month of Shawwal 1446 and the first day of Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations.