Eid 2025: Eid dates vary by moon sighting, with potential celebrations on March 31 or April 1 in India and March 30 or 31 in Saudi Arabia.
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Eid 2025: As Ramadan concludes, Muslims in India, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and worldwide await the sighting of the crescent moon to mark Eid-ul-Fitr.
Eid 2025: As Ramadan enters its final week, Muslims around the world eagerly await Eid-ul-Fitr, the festive celebration that marks the end of a month of fasting from dawn to dusk. Observed across various cultures and nations, Eid-ul-Fitr is not just a religious event but a global celebration of unity, gratitude, and generosity. From the significance of dates to moon sighting times, here's everything you need to know about this special festival.
When is Eid 2025?
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This year, Ramadan, one of the holiest months in Islam, began in India on Sunday, March 2, following the sighting of the crescent moon on March 1. Meanwhile, in Saudi Arabia, the holy month commenced a day earlier on March 1.
When is Eid-ul-Fitr in US, UK, UAE, and other countries
South Asia
India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, which usually begin Ramadan a day later than the Middle East and Western countries, will sight the crescent moon on March 30, 2025, corresponding to the 29th day of Ramadan 1446 AH.
Middle East
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Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait will observe the crescent moon on the 29th day of Ramadan 1446 AH, which falls on March 29, 2025.
UAE:
A three-day holiday from Shawwal 1 to 3 has been announced, with an additional day off if Ramadan extends to 30 days.
Saudi Arabia:
A four-day break from March 30 to April 2 has been declared. Private sector employees can club their weekend for a six-day holiday.
Kuwait:
A three-day holiday if Eid falls on March 30, but if it's on March 31, a nine-day break will be granted.
United States and Western countries
The US, UK, France, and Germany will follow local moon sighting reports or announcements from Saudi Arabia. The crescent moon of Shawwal will be awaited after Maghrib prayers to confirm Eid's date.
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