Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Meets for Shawwal Moon

Islamabad – March 19, 2026: The Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will meet today to sight the Shawwal moon, which will determine the date of Eid al-Fitr in Pakistan.

The meeting will take place in Islamabad, while zonal committees will hold sessions in other major cities.

Moon Sighting Process

Officials said the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will review testimonies from across the country regarding the moon sighting.

If the crescent is sighted today, Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated the following day. Otherwise, Ramadan will complete 30 days.

Central and Zonal Meetings

The central meeting will be chaired by religious authorities in Islamabad.

At the same time, zonal committees in cities like Karachi, Lahore, and Peshawar will collect local reports and forward them for final decision.

Importance of Shawwal Moon

The sighting of the Shawwal moon marks the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Eid al-Fitr, one of the most significant Islamic festivals.

Millions of Muslims across Pakistan eagerly await the official announcement.

Public Advisory

Authorities have urged citizens to rely only on official announcements from the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee.

They also encouraged people to report credible moon sightings to relevant offices.

Expected Announcement

The final announcement regarding the moon sighting will be made later in the evening after reviewing all evidence.

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