Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 Celebrated in Saudi Arabia and UAE; India to Mark Festival on March 31

Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait confirmed the sighting of the Shawwal crescent on March 29, while India and other South Asian nations will celebrate Eid a day later after moon sighting on March 30.

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.