Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 moon sighting highlights: India, Pakistan, others continue Ramadan fast as Shawwal crescent not sighted

Usually, the crescent moon of Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr is first sighted in Saudi Arabia, UAE and some parts of India along with UK, USA, Australia and some other Western and Gulf countries and then usually a day later in the rest of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and other South Asian countries and after sighting no new moon yesterday, it has been declared that Muslims in Arab states will celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on Monday May 2. However, sentiments were running high as Muslims across India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and other South Asian countries geared up to look for the Shawwal crescent - the new moon to mark the end of Ramadan, tonight i.e. May 1.

If the moon is sighted on May 1 evening, Muslims in India and Saudi Arabia will witness the rarest of rare case i.e. celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr on the same date. If the Shawwal crescent moon is not sighted in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and other South Asian countries tonight, May 2 will be observed as the last day of Ramadan 2022 and Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated in these countries on Tuesday May 3. 

As per the latest reports, moon has not been sighted in India, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

Follow all the updates here:

• May 01, 2022 09:07 PM IST

  Oman to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 tomorrow

  The Moon Sighting Committee in Oman announced that the new moon of the month of Shawal 1443 AH has been sighted hence, the first day of Eid Al Fitr this year falls on Monday, May 2, 2022.

• May 01, 2022 08:49 PM IST

  Moon not sighted in Indian states of Bihar, Odisha and Jharkhand

  

  Moon not sighted in Indian states of Bihar, Odisha and Jharkhand  (Twitter)

  Shawwal moon not sighted today in Bihar, Odisha and Jharkhand hence, Muslims to continue fasting for the last day of Ramadan 2022 tomorrow and Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on May 3rd.

• May 01, 2022 08:43 PM IST

  Crescent moon not sighted in Pakistan

  Pakistan Ruet-e-Hilal Committee said that so far the Shawwal 1443 crescent has not be sighted neither there are any reports of moon sighting anywhere in Pakistan. If the moon is spotted today, Pakistan will mark Eid-ul-Fitr tomorrow (Monday) otherwise Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 will be on Tuesday May 3.

• May 01, 2022 08:30 PM IST

  Moon not sighted in Jammu and Kashmir, Eid 2022 on May 3

  Jammu and Kashmir's Central Moon sighting Committee said that as the moon was not sighted this evening, Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 will be celebrated on 3rd May.

• May 01, 2022 08:24 PM IST

  Afghanistan celebrates Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 on Sunday

  

  A Muslim devotee takes pictures with his mobile phone before offering Eid al-Fitr prayers, which marks the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan outside a mosque in a street in Kabul on May 1, 2022.  (Photo by Wakil KOHSAR / AFP)

  Unlike Saudi Arabia, UAE and other Gulf states or UK, USA and other western countries, Afghanistan marked Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations a day earlier i.e. on Sunday May 1, 2022.

• May 01, 2022 08:15 PM IST

  Delhi to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on May 3 as Shawwal crescent moon not sighted

  

  Delhi to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on May 3 as Shawwal crescent moon not sighted  (Twitter)

  Markazi Royat E Hilal Committee announced that crescent moon not sighted in Delhi, India and Eid ul-Fitr to be celebrated on May 3 (Tuesday).

• May 01, 2022 08:02 PM IST

  Shawwal moon not sighted in Bangladesh, Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 on May 3

  The Shawwal moon was not seen in Bangladesh sky today hence, Muslims there will celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 on May 3.

• May 01, 2022 07:58 PM IST

  Moon not sighted in Sri Lanka, Eid on May 3

  According to Colombo Grand Mosque, Muslims in Sri Lanka will celebrate Eid al-Fitr festival on May 03 (Tuesday) as the new moon has not been sighted today.

• May 01, 2022 07:48 PM IST

  Shawwal crescent not sighted in Lucknow, Eid on May 3

  

  Shawwal crescent not sighted in Lucknow, Eid on May 3  (Twitter/ani)

  As per Lucknow's Markazi Chand Committee, the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted tonight hence, May 2 will reportedly be observed as the last day of Ramadan 2022 and Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated there on Tuesday May 3.

• May 01, 2022 07:35 PM IST

  No reports of sighting of moon in India's Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  India's Andaman and Nicobar Islands did not sight the Shawwal crescent moon hence, May 2 will reportedly be observed as the last day of Ramadan 2022 and Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated there on Tuesday May 3.

• May 01, 2022 07:03 PM IST

  Malaysia to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on May 2

  According to the announcement made by the Keeper of the Rulers’ Seal, Tan Sri Syed Danial Syed Ahmad, Muslims in Malaysia will be celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr or Hari Raya Aidilfitri tomorrow i.e. Monday, 2 May 2022.

• May 01, 2022 06:52 PM IST

  Philippines to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 tomorrow

  

  Philippines to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 tomorrow  (Twitter)

  The result of the moonsighting is that the crescent moon has been sighted. Based on this, the Bangsamoro Mufti has declared that the Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 in Philippines will be tomorrow, Monday 1st of Shawwal 1443H.

• May 01, 2022 06:19 PM IST

  Brunei to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr tomorrow

  Brunei Darussalam to celebrate Hari Raya Aidilfitri tomorrow May 2, 2022, corresponding to 1 Syawal 1443 Hijrah, following the result of the moon sighting earlier today.
  
  Selamat Hari Raya Aidifitri, Maaf Zahir dan Batin to all of our readers! ✨ - The Brunei Post pic.twitter.com/KYa28UgAyX

  — The Brunei Post (@bruneipost) May 1, 2022

  Brunei Darussalam, a country located on the north coast of the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia, to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr tomorrow May 2, 2022, corresponding to 1 Syawal 1443 Hijrah, following the result of the moon sighting earlier today.

• May 01, 2022 06:12 PM IST

  When is Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 in Nigeria?

  Assalaamu alaikum,
  His Eminence the Sultan of Sokoto has declared Monday 2nd May as the first day of Shawwal.
  No positive sighting claims were received from members of the National moonsighting committee and other Emirates.
  The Sultanate will release an official statement shortly

  — National Moonsighting Committee Nigeria (@moonsightingng) April 30, 2022

  In a tweet, the National Moonsighting Committee Nigeria informed, “Assalaamu alaikum, His Eminence the Sultan of Sokoto has declared Monday 2nd May as the first day of Shawwal. No positive sighting claims were received from members of the National moonsighting committee and other Emirates. The Sultanate will release an official statement shortly (sic).”

• May 01, 2022 06:08 PM IST

  When is Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 in Bahrain, Lebanon and Palestine?

  Sunday, will be the last day of Ramadan in Bahrain, Lebanon and Palestine and Monday will be the first day of Shawwal and Eid Al Fitr 2022 there.

• May 01, 2022 05:20 PM IST

  Hyderabad moon sighting committee to meet at 6pm

  The Markazi Ruet-e-Hilal Committee (Moon Sighting Committee) has requested the Muslims to contact them if they sight the crescent moon for Shawwal. The committee is going to hold meeting at 6 pm on Sunday, under the supervision of Maulana Syed Qubool Pasha Quadri Shuttari, President of Majlis Ulama-e-Deccan at Dabeerpura in Hyderabad to decide the date of Eid-ul-Fitr in India based on the sighting of the crescent moon tonight. All members of the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee are requested to attend the same and the committee can be contacted on 24603597 till 8pm or 24576832, 24513246, 24521088 after 8pm or on cell phone numbers 9391964951, 9866112393, 9000008138 or 9885151354.

• May 01, 2022 04:57 PM IST

  Eid-ul-Fitr 2022: Hindi, Urdu Shayari to share with dear ones

  With these beautiful shayaris capturing the essence of life, love and everything in between, celebrate the auspicious day of Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 with your loved ones.

• May 01, 2022 04:56 PM IST

  Eid Mubarak 2022: Best wishes, images, messages and greetings to share with loved ones on Eid-Ul-Fitr

  Eid Mubarak 2022: Here are some best wishes, messages, images and greetings that you can share with your loved ones to celebrate the auspicious occasion of Eid-Ul-Fitr.

• May 01, 2022 04:47 PM IST

  Eid al-Fitr special: Baklawa to Mutton Seekh Kebab; 4 mouth-watering dishes you must try

  Eid al-Fitr 2022 celebrations cannot be complete without a delectable spread of sweet and savoury traditional dishes. Here are 4 delicious recipes you must relish with your family.

• May 01, 2022 04:46 PM IST

  Mehndi designs for Eid al-Fitr 2022: Latest trendy designs, Arabic patterns and more

  Eid al-Fitr 2022 is around the corner and if you are searching for beautiful henna designs for Chand Raat, we have got you covered. Check out some trendy designs here

• May 01, 2022 04:13 PM IST

  Eid-Ul-Fitr 2022: All you need to know about date, history, significance and celebrations of this Islamic festival

  Eid-Ul-Fitr 2022: Eid al-Fitr is celebrated on the first day of the Shawwal month. Here's all you need to know about the history, significance, celebrations and date of this auspicious occasion.

• May 01, 2022 04:12 PM IST

  Eid-ul-Fitr 2022: Know why Eid's date changes every year on Gregorian calendar

  Have you ever wondered why the Islamic month of Ramadan and the Muslims' festival of Eid occur on a different date every year on Gregorian calendar? Well, we finally have an answer for you.

• May 01, 2022 03:27 PM IST

  When is first day of Shawwal or Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 in Australia and Singapore?

  The Australian National Imams Council issued an official statement that read, “The Australian Fatwa Council is pleased to announce the following to the Australian Muslim community: After consulting members of the Australian Fatwa Council and further inquiries to the local and global observatories, Therefore: Sunday, 1st of May 2022, will be the last day of the Month of Ramadan 1443AH The Day of Eid Al-Fitr will be Monday 2nd of May 2022 and the first day of the Month of Shawwal 1443AH (sic).”

  The Majils Ugama Islam Singapore too announced that Muslims there will celebrate Eid al Fitr on Monday May 02, 2022.

• May 01, 2022 03:25 PM IST

  What are the chances of Shawwal or Eid-ul-Fitr crescent moon being visible in South Africa?

  The moon at time of sunset on 1st May 2022 falls out of most of the criteria for a naked eye sighting in Southern Africa. The criteria points to Eid being on Tuesday Inshaallah. #MoonSighting #Hilaal #EidAlFitr pic.twitter.com/FEVCSlOYTL

  — HilalWatchZA (@HilalWatchZA) April 28, 2022

  A space for Hilal/Crescent moon spotters in South Africa tweeted, “The moon at time of sunset on 1st May 2022 falls out of most of the criteria for a naked eye sighting in Southern Africa. The criteria points to Eid being on Tuesday Inshaallah. #MoonSighting #Hilaal #EidAlFitr (sic).”

• May 01, 2022 03:24 PM IST

  When is Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 in New Zealand?

  Muslims in New Zealand started fasting for the month of Ramadan from April 04, 2022 hence, the Federation of Islamic Associations of New Zealand will gear up to sight the Shawwal crescent or moon for Eid-ul-Fitr on Monday May 02, 2022.

• May 01, 2022 03:22 PM IST

  What are the chances of Shawwal or Eid-ul-Fitr crescent moon being visible in London, Morocco, South Africa, Spain tonight?

  #Moonsighting astronomical information for #EidUlFitr 1443 AH (2022) pic.twitter.com/RHGNxGBLgm

  — Tayba Trust (@TaybaTrust) April 25, 2022

  Under perfect weather conditions, the Shawwal crescent is expected to be visible in London, Morocco, South Africa, Spain and other countries on May 1, 2022. If authentic moon sighting reports are received, Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 will be celebrated on Monday 2, 2022 in these countries.

• May 01, 2022 03:21 PM IST

  When is Eid-ul-Fitr 2022 in Saudi Arabia, UK, USA, UAE and other countries?

  Saudi Arabia Supreme Court and the moon sighting committees in the UAE, Qatar and other Arab states have already announced that Muslims in these countries will celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on Monday May 2, 2022 and since the United States, United Kingdom, Canada and European countries rely on moon announcement by Saudi Arabia Royal Court, Muslims there will also mark Eid celebrations with the Gulf states.

• May 01, 2022 03:18 PM IST

  What are the chances of Shawwal or Eid-ul-Fitr crescent moon being visible in Pakistan tonight?

  According to astronomical parameters, there is a No Chance of sighting the new moon of Shawwal, 1443 AH on the evening of 01-05-2022 i.e. on 29th of Ramazan, 1443 AH.
  
  For details https://t.co/Fl5Furbvj3#MOONSIGHTING #Eid2022 #EidUlFitr #EidMubarak #EidInPakistan pic.twitter.com/YuGWmtziwC

  — Pak Met Department محکمہ موسمیات (@pmdgov) April 29, 2022

  The Pakistan Meteorological Department had tweeted, “According to astronomical parameters, there is a No Chance of sighting the new moon of Shawwal, 1443 AH on the evening of 01-05-2022 i.e. on 29th of Ramazan, 1443 AH (sic).”

• May 01, 2022 03:17 PM IST

  What are the chances of Shawwal or Eid-ul-Fitr crescent moon being visible in India tonight?

  According to the International Astronomical Centre, Eid Al Fitr 2022 is expected to fall on Monday, May 2 in most Islamic countries and prior to the moon sighting on Saturday, April 30, Mohammad Shawkat Odeh, director of the International Astronomical Centre, had reportedly said that sighting the Shawwal crescent would be impossible because the moon is expected to set before the sun hence, countries that began fasting on April 2 this year, will likely complete 30 days of Ramadan, meaning Eid Al Fitr will start there on May 2.

  As for countries like Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Iran, Oman, Jordan, Morocco and Ghana - that began fasting for Ramadan 2022 from April 3, Mohammad Shawkat Odeh said the crescent of Shawwal will likely be seen on Sunday, May 1. This means Eid in these countries too might be celebrated on May 2, 2022 hence, there is a wafer-thin chance that Muslims in India and other South Asian countries may celebrate this year's Eid-al-Fitr with their Muslim brethren in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, UK, USA and others, if Shawwal crescent moon is sighted tonight.