Overview
- Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait are celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr on March 30, 2025, following the confirmed sighting of the Shawwal crescent moon on March 29.
- India, Pakistan, and other South Asian nations will celebrate Eid on March 31, 2025, after the crescent moon was sighted on March 30, marking the end of Ramadan.
- The UAE employed AI-powered drones and advanced observatories to enhance the accuracy of the moon sighting process, blending tradition with modern technology.
- The International Astronomy Centre confirmed that astronomical conditions made the crescent moon impossible to sight in some regions on March 29, extending Ramadan to 30 days in those areas.
- Eid-ul-Fitr, one of Islam's most significant festivals, emphasizes gratitude, prayer, charity, and community gatherings, with celebrations varying globally due to regional moon sighting practices.