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Ramadan Nears Conclusion as Alvida Jummah Observed and Eid-ul-Fitr Preparations Begin

Muslims worldwide prepare for Eid-ul-Fitr, with moon sightings on March 29 and 30 determining dates for Saudi Arabia and India; heightened security in Uttar Pradesh marks Alvida Jummah on March 28.

  • Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 will be celebrated on March 30 or 31 in Saudi Arabia and March 31 or April 1 in India, depending on crescent moon sightings on March 29 and 30, respectively.
  • Alvida Jummah, the last Friday of Ramadan, is being observed on March 28 with heightened security measures in Uttar Pradesh, including over 1,000 police personnel deployed in Lucknow.
  • The Haryana government has declared March 31 a restricted holiday for Eid due to financial year-end considerations, allowing employees the option to take the day off.
  • Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations will include congregational prayers, family gatherings, and acts of charity, with traditions varying across regions and cultures.
  • The Islamic calendar's reliance on lunar cycles causes annual variations in Ramadan and Eid dates, with local moon sightings determining the start of Shawwal.
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