Ramadan 2025 Date: Saudi Arabia, India, UAE, Pakistan & World Timings

Ramadan 2025 Date: Saudi Arabia, India, UAE, Pakistan & World Timings

 

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is a period of profound spiritual reflection, fasting, prayer, and community for Muslims worldwide. In 2025, Ramadan is anticipated to commence on March 1, contingent upon the sighting of the crescent moon. This article delves into the expected start dates and timings for Ramadan 2025 in Saudi Arabia, India, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Pakistan, and other regions globally.

 

Ramadan 2025 in Saudi Arabia

 

In Saudi Arabia, the Supreme Court has called upon citizens to observe the crescent moon on the evening of Friday, February 28, 2025, corresponding to 29 Sha’ban 1446 AH. Should the moon be sighted, Ramadan will begin on Saturday, March 1, 2025. If the crescent remains unseen, the holy month will commence on Sunday, March 2, 2025.

 

Ramadan 2025 in the United Arab Emirates

 

Similarly, in the UAE, Muslims will seek the crescent moon on Friday, February 28, 2025. The International Astronomical Centre in Abu Dhabi indicates that the crescent will be visible through telescopes in West Asia, most of Africa, and southern Europe. Consequently, if the moon is sighted, fasting will commence on March 1, 2025; otherwise, it will begin on March 2.

Ramadan 2025 in India

In India, the moon sighting is expected on the evening of Saturday, March 1, 2025. If the crescent is observed, Muslims will begin fasting on Sunday, March 2, 2025. The final decision rests with local moon-sighting committees and Islamic scholars, who will announce the official start of Ramadan based on the moon’s visibility.

Ramadan 2025 in Pakistan

Pakistan follows a similar lunar observation methodology. The moon sighting is anticipated on the evening of March 1, 2025. If the crescent is visible, Ramadan will commence on March 2, aligning with the practices of neighboring countries. The Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will confirm the official start date based on moon visibility reports.

 

Global Observance of Ramadan 2025

The onset of Ramadan varies globally due to differences in moon sighting, but many countries often begin fasting simultaneously or within a day of each other. In 2025, countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Turkey, and Egypt are expected to observe Ramadan starting on March 1, contingent upon the moon sighting on February 28. In contrast, regions like the United States and the United Kingdom may rely on local moon sightings or follow announcements from Saudi Arabia, potentially leading to the commencement of Ramadan on March 1 or 2.

(With Inputs From Agencies)