Eid 2025 – When is moon sighting in India: As the holy month of Ramadan comes to an end, Muslims around the world are eagerly preparing for Eid-ul-Fitr, the festival marking the completion of the month-long fast. However, the exact date of Eid depends on the sighting of the crescent moon, which varies from country to country.
Saudi Arabia confirms Eid on March 30
Saudi Arabia has officially announced that Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on Sunday, March 30, following the successful sighting of the crescent moon on Saturday, March 29. This declaration sets the stage for grand celebrations across the country, with prayers and festivities planned nationwide.
BREAKING NEWS: Eid Al Fitr 1446/2025 is tomorrow: Sunday, 30 March 2025
— Inside the Haramain (@insharifain) March 29, 2025
The Crescent for the month of Shawwal 1446 was SEEN in Saudi Arabia today subsequently tomorrow is the beginning of the month of Shawwal 1446 pic.twitter.com/6om5sAl38D
When is moon sighting in India?
The official confirmation of Eid in India hinges on the sighting of the moon, with announcements on Sunday from the Imams of Delhi’s Jama Masjid and Lucknow’s mosque.
In India, the crescent moon was sighted in Lucknow on Sunday evening.
Lucknow Eidgah Imam, Maulana Khalid Rasheed Firangi Mahali says, “The moon has been sighted today, i.e. on March 30 and Eid-al-Fitr will be celebrated on March 31. Namaz will be offered at 10 am in Lucknow Eidgah.
#WATCH | Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: Lucknow Eidgah Imam, Maulana Khalid Rasheed Firangi Mahali says, "The moon has been sighted today, i.e. on March 30 and Eid-al-Fitr will be celebrated on March 31. Namaz will be offered at 10 am in Lucknow Eidgah…" pic.twitter.com/IJOGkCFw5U
— ANI (@ANI) March 30, 2025
Eid prayers across major Indian cities are scheduled to occur on March 31 between 5:41 AM and 12:00 PM. Specific timings vary by location. In Kolkata, prayers are anticipated to begin earliest, at 5:41 AM. Lucknow and Allahabad will see prayers commence around 6:05 AM. Kanpur follows closely at 6:09 AM, while Agra’s prayers start at 6:18 AM.
Noida’s Eid namaz is expected around 6:19 AM, and Chandigarh’s at 6:21 AM. Hyderabad’s prayers are scheduled for approximately 6:24 AM. Bengaluru’s and Kochi’s are anticipated around 6:30 AM and 6:37 AM, respectively. Ahmedabad’s prayers will begin around 6:43 AM. Delhi, Mumbai and Jaipur are expecting prayers between 7:00 AM and 12:00 PM. Patna’s prayers are expected to commence around 5:51 AM.
United States observes Eid on March 30
Masjid Bilal (Muslim Society of Jersey Shore) in New Jersey has confirmed that Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on March 30. The mosque plans to offer free food, distribute goody bags, and organize children’s activities to mark the joyous occasion.
Iran and Pakistan to celebrate on March 31
In Iran, the crescent moon is expected to be visible on March 30, leading to Eid celebrations on March 31. Similarly, Pakistan’s national space agency, SUPARCO, has predicted that the crescent moon will be sighted on the evening of March 30. Consequently, Pakistan will observe Eid-ul-Fitr on March 31, following a 29-day Ramadan.
Moon sighting in the UAE
The UAE is set to observe the crescent moon on March 29, 2025, marking the 29th day of Ramadan. If the moon is sighted, the country will officially celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on March 30, 2025, aligning with Saudi Arabia. The moon sighting process follows traditional Islamic practices, with officials and observers closely monitoring the skies to determine the start of the Shawwal month.
India awaits moon sighting
In India, where Ramadan began on March 2, the festival is likely to be celebrated on either March 31 or April 1, depending on the moon’s sighting.
