Chand Raat and Moon Sighting in Pakistan

Chand Raat commonly refers to the evening when the Shawwal crescent is announced, marking the end of Ramadan and the approach of Eid ul-Fitr.

Who confirms the moon sighting?

The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee announces the start of new Islamic months in Pakistan. For official decisions, consult the Ministry of Religious Affairs announcements.

When is Eid in Pakistan?

Until the moon-sighting decision is issued, a proposed Eid date remains an estimate. If Shawwal begins after 29 Ramadan days, Eid is the following civil day. Otherwise Ramadan reaches 30 days, and Eid follows. Avoid treating predictions as official announcements.

Why might calendars disagree?

Some devices use astronomical or Saudi Umm al-Qura calculations; these can differ from Pakistan's Ruet-e-Hilal rulings. PakHijri tracks independently reported Pakistani rulings.

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