30/03/2025
As of today, Sunday, March 30, 2025, several countries have announced that they will observe Eid al-Fitr on Monday, March 31, 2025. This variation in celebration dates is due to the Islamic practice of determining the start of Eid based on the sighting of the crescent moon, which can differ by location.
Countries celebrating Eid on Monday, March 31, 2025, include:
Jordan: Authorities have declared that Sunday marks the final day of Ramadan, with Eid al-Fitr commencing on Monday.
Iraq: The government has announced that Eid al-Fitr will be observed on Monday.
Oman: The Sultanate has stated that the crescent moon was not sighted, making Monday the first day of Eid.
India: Eid is expected to be celebrated on Monday, March 31, subject to moon sighting on Sunday evening.
Pakistan: Similar to India, Pakistan anticipates celebrating Eid on Monday, pending the crescent moon sighting.
Bangladesh: The Islamic Foundation has officially announced Monday as the first day of Eid.
Indonesia: Authorities have declared Monday as the commencement of Eid celebrations.
Malaysia: The government has confirmed that Eid will begin on Monday, based on astronomical calculations and moon sightings.
Australia: The Australian Fatwa Council has announced that Monday will be the first day of Eid al-Fitr.
It's important to note that within the Arab world, countries such as Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait are celebrating Eid today, Sunday, March 30, 2025, following their respective moon sightings.
The determination of Eid's date can vary between countries due to differences in moon sighting, leading to celebrations on different days.