Eid-Ul-Fitr 2025 Moon Sighting Timing Live Updates: Crescent Moon Sighted Across India; Eid To Be Celebrated On Monday

The Markazi Ruyate Hilal Committee, Masjid-e-Jama Mumbai, has officially confirmed the sighting of the Shawwal moon today. Muslims in Maharashtra to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 on March 31.

Crescent moon was sighted in various cities across Pakistan, including Lahore, Islamabad, and Faisalabad. The joyous festival of Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated across the country on Monday, March 31, 2025.

The crescent for Shawwal month has been sighted in Jammu and Kashmir and Delhi. Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 will be celebrated tomorrow i.e. Monday, March 31, according to Grand Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam. 

Moon sighted in Delhi (Jagran Image)

Crescent monn has been sighted in Sikandrabad in Uttar Pradesh. The tradition of moon sighting remains a cherished practice, with Muslim families and religious leaders gazing at the sky or using binoculars, telescopes to confirm the appearance of the new or crescent moon.

(Moon sighted in Uttar Pradesh's Sikandrabad: Jagran Image)

Crescent has been sighted in Lucknow, Varanasi hence, Indian Muslims will celebrate Eid-Ul-Fitr on March 31, Monday.

(Moon sighted in Varanasi: Jagran Image)

The Hilal Committee of the Federation of Islamic Associations of New Zealand (FIANZ) has officially announced that Eid Al-Fitr will be celebrated on April 1, 2025, as the Shawwal crescent was not sighted on Sunday.

A tweet on X warned the police of India's national capital to be alert during Eid on March 31 - April 1 as "some illegal Rohingya/Bangladeshi/Pakistani Muslims may cause Hindu-Muslim riots or bomb blasts in Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid, Jahangirpuri". The police is yet to respond to this social media warning message. Earlier, Delhi police had stepped up its security measures for Eid celebrations and last Friday prayers in east Delhi.

"We have briefed the staff of every police station in the east district to maintain law and order in the area. We will ensure that maximum staff will be on patrolling and proper pickets will be done. Police presence will be complete," an officer was cited as saying by news agency PTI in a previous report.

Expected Eid namaz time in Indian cities:

Delhi 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Mumbai 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Jaipur 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Lucknow 6:07 AM – 12:00 PM

Bengaluru 6:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Agra 6:18 AM – 12:00 PM

Hyderabad 6:24 AM – 12:00 PM

Kolkata 5:41 AM – 12:00 PM

Kanpur 6:09 AM – 12:00 PM

Allahabad 6:05 AM – 12:00 PM

Patna 5:51 AM – 12:00 PM

Ahmedabad 6:43 AM – 12:00 PM

Chandigarh 6:21 AM – 12:00 PM

Kochi 6:37 AM – 12:00 PM

Noida 6:19 AM – 12:00 PM

Mentioning about different festivals being celebrated during the period, PM Modi said it’s a pointer to the spirit of unity pervading India’s diversity and asked people to continue to strengthen this feeling. During the monthly Mann Ki Baat broadcast, Modi said various states are celebrating their traditional new year on Sunday and many others will be celebrating in the coming days. Other festivals, including Eid, are being celebrated, he said, greeting people on these festivals, as per PTI.

Eid al-Fitr in Gaza was marked by grief rather than celebration, as Palestinians struggled with war, displacement and severe shortages of food and aid. Many gathered for prayers outside destroyed mosques, mourning lost loved ones. Instead of festive meals and new clothes, families faced hunger and uncertainty. Worshippers described it as the "Eid of Sadness," with little joy amid ongoing Israeli strikes and a worsening humanitarian crisis.

Saudi Arabia's announcement of Eid-ul-Fitr 1446 on March 30, 2025, has sparked controversy, with the UK-based New Crescent Society calling it “scientifically impossible.” The debate arises as astronomers argue that sighting the Shawwal crescent immediately after a solar eclipse is highly unlikely. Despite modern astronomical calculations enabling precise moon visibility predictions, Saudi Arabia’s declaration aligns with the preprinted Umm al-Qura calendar rather than confirmed sightings. Such disputes are not new, as the Islamic calendar traditionally depends on actual moonsightings. The conflicting approaches have once again divided the global Muslim community over the official date for celebrating Eid.

The Clock Tower Abraj Al Bayt On The Night Of Eid pic.twitter.com/3njwVLuUnO, — 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻 (@HaramainInfo) March 29, 2025

Oman, Iraq and Syria have announced that Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on Monday, March 31.

In Islamic tradition, the sighting of the crescent moon is determined by several factors, including personal observation, testimony from reliable witnesses, completion of the lunar month (29 or 30 days), and widespread reports of the Shawwal moon sighting. These elements collectively confirm the beginning of the new month.

Eid celebrations in India will commence on the evening of March 31, 2025 and continue until April 1, 2025.

Eid celebrations have begun in Saudi Arabia after the crescent moon was sighted, marking the end of Ramadan. In India, Eid-ul-Fitr will be observed on March 31. To celebrate, here are heartfelt wishes, messages and quotes to share with loved ones.

- May the spirit of Eid bring us closer to our loved ones and strengthen the bonds of friendship and brotherhood. Eid Mubarak!

- Wishing you a Eid filled with laughter, good food, and cherished moments with your family and friends. Eid Mubarak!

- May this Eid fill your heart with love and home with happiness and prosperity. Eid Mubarak!

The Imam of Lucknow Eidgah, Maulana Khalid Rasheed Firangi Mahali, stated that the moon for Eid-al-Fitr is expected to be sighted on March 30. If confirmed, Eid will be observed on March 31. The Islamic Centre of India has issued an advisory urging the Muslim community to reach the Eidgah and mosques early, refrain from offering Namaz on roads and pray inside the Eidgah. Following the prayers, worshippers have been encouraged to pray for the safety and security of the nation, as well as lasting peace in India and Palestine.,

#WATCH | Lucknow: Lucknow Eidgah Imam, Maulana Khalid Rasheed Firangi Mahali says, "The moon of Eid-al-Fitr will be sighted on 30th March and if the moon is sighted, then Eid will be celebrated on the 31st March. In this regard, the Islamic Centre of India has issued an advisory… pic.twitter.com/h2AUWP7yjT, — ANI (@ANI) March 30, 2025

Sehri (Suhoor) is the pre-dawn meal consumed before the daily fast during Ramadan, providing energy for the day. The fast is then broken at sunset with Iftar. Timings for Sehri and Iftar vary across cities based on local sunrise and sunset schedules.

Here are the Sehri and Iftar timings for key cities on March 30:

Mumbai – Sehri: 5:20 AM | Iftar: 6:53 PM

Delhi – Sehri: 4:53 AM | Iftar: 6:41 PM

Chennai – Sehri: 5:20 AM | Iftar: 6:50 PM

Kolkata – Sehri: 4:15 AM | Iftar: 5:52 PM

Bengaluru – Sehri: 5:06 AM | Iftar: 6:35 PM

Hyderabad – Sehri: 5:00 AM | Iftar: 6:29 PM

With Eid-ul-Fitr approaching, Hyderabad’s markets are bustling with shoppers. Crowds throng Charminar, Abids, Tolichowki, and Lad Bazaar for traditional attire, bangles, and festive essentials. Dry fruit stalls at Begum Bazaar see high demand for sheer khurma ingredients, while shops remain open 24×7 to accommodate last-minute buyers.

While most of India will celebrate Eid tomorrow, some regions, including Madurai, are marking the festival today. The celebrations vary based on local moon sightings, with prayers and festivities taking place across different parts of the country.

Indonesian authorities have confirmed that the Crescent Moon for Shawwal was not sighted, extending Ramadan to a full 30 days. As a result, Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 will be celebrated in Indonesia on Monday, 31 March 2025.

Australia, Malaysia and Bangladesh will celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on Monday, 31 March 2025, based on moon sighting conditions and astronomical calculations.

Eid-ul-Fitr in India is expected to be celebrated on Monday, March 31, 2025. As per the central government's holiday calendar, Eid al-Fitr falls on this date and is recognised as a gazetted holiday. However, the final confirmation will depend on the sighting of the moon.

Saudi authorities have confirmed the sighting of the Shawwal 1446 crescent moon on Saturday, March 29, 2025. As a result, today marks the beginning of Shawwal 1446 and the first day of Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations in Gulf countries

The UAE’s Moon-sighting Committee has confirmed that Sunday, March 30, 2025, will mark the first day of Eid-ul-Fitr. Therefore, Saturday, March 29, will be observed as the last day of Ramadan in the country.

Oman's Religious Affairs Ministry announced that Eid ul-Fitr 2025 will be celebrated on Monday, March 31, 2025. According to the Times of Oman, the moon-sighting committee convened on Saturday, March 29, but no verified crescent moon sightings were reported. As a result, Ramadan will extend by one more day, and Eid celebrations will commence on Monday.

Bahrain and Kuwait have officially declared that Eid Al-Fitr will begin on Sunday, March 30, 2025, as the first day of Shawwal.

Muslims in India will be celebrating Eid-Ul-Fitr on Monday, however, an official announcement by the Ruet-E-Hilal Committee is awaited. Traditionally, Eid is celebrated in India a day after Eid celebrations in Saudi Arabia, which will celebrate Eid-Ul-Fitr on Sunday, March 30, 2025, after the Crescent Moon of Shawwal month was sighted in the Kingdom today.

The Crescent Moon for Shawwal month has been sighted in Saudi Arabia. Eid-Ul-Fitr 2025 will be celebrated in the Kingdom on Sunday, March 30, 2025.,

BREAKING NEWS | The crescent moon has been sighted in Saudi Arabia. #EidAlFitr will be celebrated on Sunday, 30th March 2025.

May Allāh accept our siyām, qiyām & a'māl & may He allow us to witness many more Ramadāns in good health. Āmīn. pic.twitter.com/JHxLWE3r61, — 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻 (@HaramainInfo) March 29, 2025

A mosque in New Jersey, known as Masjid Bilal (Muslim Society Of Jersey Shore) has announced that Eid will be celebrated on Sunday, March 30, 2025. “Eid is Sunday, March 30, 2025,” it posted on social media platforms.

The UK-based New Crescent Society has predicted a split Eid this year. As per the statement issued by the New Crescent Society, the split Eid will be caused as the astronomers in Saudi have said that it is impossible to spot Crescent moon today, March 29.

"It looks like we are heading into another split Eid this year, though we will know for sure this weekend. This year is very controversial, as the split is likely to be caused by an 'impossible' moonsighting in Saudi. Of course, these are simply predictions. For local sighters [in the UK], it's quite straightforward. Our 29[th day of] Ramadan will be on Sunday 30 March. The moon will be easily visible in the UK. This means Eid will be on Monday 31 March. This will incidentally be the same date for mosques which follow Morocco / South Africa. For mosques who follow Saudi, things are very controversial. On Saturday, March 29, Saudi will officially look for the moon. On this date, the moon is not scientifically possible to see anywhere in Saudi, the Middle East, Asia, Africa or Europe, even with telescopes. Despite this, it is likely Saudi will produce a scientifically 'impossible' moonsighting. These phantom moon sightings are almost annual occurrences and seem to align with their preprinted Umm al Qura calendar - a calendar which does not match lunar visibility," the statement said.

According to a report by Haramain News, astronomers looking for the Shawwal crescent, have difference of opinions regarding whether the Eid-Ul-Fitr will be celebrated on Sunday or Monday. As per the report, astronomers from at least five observatories argue that Eid should be celebrated on Sunday, while astronemers from at least three observatories say that Eid should be celebrated on Monday.

According to a report by Haramain News, at the Tabuk Observatory, which is the last region in the Kingdom where the sun sets, clouds are now increasing. "The sky over the Shaqra Observatory is currently not clear, and clouds may obstruct the sighting of the Eid crescent. It is sometimes possible to sight the crescent even with clouds in the sky," the observers said.

At Saudi Arabia’s Tumair Observatory, weather conditions are favourable for spotting the Shawwal crescent. Astronomer Muteb Al-Barghash, quoted by Saudi’s Haramain News, stated, “The sun will set at the Tumair observatory site at 6:11 PM, and the crescent moon will set eight minutes later. The skies are mostly clear, with some scattered clouds.”,

Astronomer Muteb Al-Barghash:

The sun will set at the Tumair observatory site at 6:11 PM, and the crescent moon will set 8 minutes after that.

The skies are mostly clear with some scattered clouds. pic.twitter.com/YlQHE8dmcu, — 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻 (@HaramainInfo) March 29, 2025

The search for the Shawwal crescent will take place at more than 20 observatories across Saudi Arabia. The Supreme Court's Crescent Committee will convene at approximately 5:30 PM KSA time (8:00 PM IST) to review reports and analyse potential sightings from these observatories.

According to the International Astronomy Centre, the Crescent Moon has not been sighted in Pakistan after the setting of the Sun. Hence, Pakistan is expected to celebrate Eid-Ul-Fitr on Monday. However, the Pakistan authorities have not made any announcement regarding the Eid 2025 date.,

باكستان: الاثنين 31 مارس يوم عيد الفطر السعيد.

غربت الشمس الآن في باكستان ومن المتوقع أن عيد الفطر فيها سيكون يوم الاثنين نظرا لأن اليوم هو 28 رمضان فيها، وستكون رؤية الهلال يوم غد الأحد ممكنة فيها بالعين المجردة. pic.twitter.com/mfem9wp5hN, — مركز الفلك الدولي (@AstronomyCenter) March 29, 2025

In India, the date of Eid is determined by the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, which is responsible for moon sighting announcements. Various regional committees and local religious authorities also contribute to the decision based on moon sighting reports from different parts of the country. Once the crescent moon of Shawwal is sighted and confirmed, the committee officially announces the date of Eid-ul-Fitr.

Based on time zone differences, Saudi Arabia is 2 hours and 30 minutes behind Indian Standard Time (IST). On March 29, 2025, Muslims in Saudi Arabia will break their fast between 5:56 PM and 6:51 PM local time, depending on the city. The crescent moon, if visible, will be sighted after iftar. In Indian time, this corresponds to a fasting break between 8:26 PM and 9:21 PM. Therefore, the confirmation of whether Saudi Arabia will celebrate Eid 2025 on Sunday is expected within an hour.

There is no news so far that the Crescent Moon has been sighted in Saudi Arabia. The International Astronomy Centre has stated that spotting the Shawwal crescent moon will not be possible anywhere in the Arab and Islamic world on Saturday, March 29, 2025. According to experts, the moon is expected to set before the sun, and the conjunction will take place only after sunset, making the Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 moon sighting unfeasible that evening.

According to a report by Gulf News, Ibrahim Al-Jarwan, an Emirati astronomer and Chairman of the Emirates Astronomy Society, as well as a member of the Arab Union for Space and Astronomy said that precise astronomical calculations confirm the impossibility of sighting the Shawwal crescent after sunset on March 29, 2025, which aligns with 29 Ramadan 1446 AH.

The Indonesian authorities have announced that the Crescent Moon for the Shawwal month has not been sighted in Indonesia. This means that the Ramadan month will complete 30 days this year. Hence, Eid 2025 will be celebrated in Indonesia on Monday, March 31, 2025.

Muslims in India broke their fasts as the sun set across the country. Today was the 28th fast of the Ramadan month. Now all eyes will in the skies as Muslims await sighting the Crescent Moon, which will mark the start of the Shawwal month. 

According to the International Astronomy Centre, the sun has set in Bangladesh and Eid al-Fitr is expected to be on Monday, as today is the 28th day of Ramadan. The crescent moon will be visible to the naked eye on Sunday.,

بنغلادش: الاثنين 31 مارس يوم عيد الفطر السعيد.

غربت الشمس الآن في بنغلادش ومن المتوقع أن عيد الفطر فيها سيكون يوم الاثنين نظرا لأن اليوم هو 28 رمضان فيها، وستكون رؤية الهلال يوم غد الأحد ممكنة فيها بالعين المجردة. pic.twitter.com/FDLCu14q2d, — مركز الفلك الدولي (@AstronomyCenter) March 29, 2025

The Australian Fatwa Council, along with the Grand Mufti of Australia, has declared that Ramadan 2025 will extend for a full 30 days, concluding on Sunday, March 30. Citing astronomical calculations and moon sighting conditions for Shawwal 1446 AH, they have confirmed that Eid Al-Fitr in Australia will fall on Monday, March 31, 2025.,

🌙 𝐄𝐈𝐃 𝐀𝐥-𝐅𝐢𝐭𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝟏𝟒𝟒𝟔𝐀𝐇 – 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

All praise is due to Allah, and peace and blessings be upon the Prophet Muhammad.

We thank Allah (SWT) for giving us the ability to fast in the Month of Ramadan, the ability to worship… pic.twitter.com/RLrm83FF6I, — Australian National Imams Council (@ImamsCouncil) March 24, 2025

According to Islamic tradition, the month of Ramadan is either 29 or 30 days long, depending on the sighting of the crescent moon. The length of the month determines when Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated.

- If the crescent moon is sighted after 29 days, Ramadan will conclude early, and Eid will be observed the next day. In this case, Saudi Arabia will celebrate Eid on Sunday, and India will observe it on Monday, as Ramadan began a day later in India.

- However, if the moon is not sighted on the 29th day, Ramadan will automatically extend to 30 days. This means Saudi Arabia will celebrate Eid on Monday, and India will mark the festival on Tuesday.

The celebration of Eid depends on the sighting of the new moon of the Shawwal month. The crescent moon is sighted after either 29 or 30 days, as all 12 months in the Hijri calendar end after this duration. This year, Ramadan is expected to complete 30 days, with the 30th day falling on Monday, March 31, 2025. If this holds true, Eid 2025 will be celebrated in India on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

However, if Eid is observed in Saudi Arabia on Sunday, India will celebrate it on Monday. This is because Ramadan began in Saudi Arabia on April 1, while in India, it started on April 2. According to tradition, Ramadan lasts either 29 or 30 days. If Ramadan lasts 29 days, Saudi Arabia will celebrate Eid on Sunday, and India will observe it on Monday. However, if Ramadan completes 30 days, Eid will be celebrated in Saudi Arabia on Monday and in India on Tuesday.

The International Astronomy Centre has stated that spotting the Shawwal crescent moon will not be possible anywhere in the Arab and Islamic world on Saturday, March 29, 2025

The Eid 2025 Date depends on the sighting of the Crescent Moon. If the Crescent Moon is sighted today, Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on Sunday. However, astronomers have said that there is little to no chance of sighting the Crescent Moon in India today, March 29, 2025.

Muslims in Saudi Arabia and the UAE have been asked to observe the sky for the Shawwal crescent moon on Saturday, March 29, 2025, as it will determine the conclusion of Ramadan and the start of Eid ul-Fitr. The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia and the UAE's Fatwa Council have called on individuals who spot the crescent, either with the naked eye or binoculars, to report their sightings to the nearest relevant authority.