In Saudi Arabia, the anticipation for the Shawwal moon sighting is high as today marks the 29th of Ramadan. However, according to astronomy experts, the possibility of sighting the Shawwal moon in Saudi Arabia today is unlikely.
Due to this, there is a growing speculation that Eid al-Fitr in Saudi Arabia might be celebrated on Wednesday, pending the sighting of the moon.
To address this, a special meeting has been scheduled in Saudi Arabia today to observe the Shawwal moon. This meeting aims to gather testimonies and evidence regarding the sighting of the moon, which will then be officially announced by the relevant authorities.
Meanwhile, in Pakistan, preparations are also underway for the moon sighting committee meeting tomorrow, April 9th, on the evening of 29 Ramadan. This meeting, chaired by Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad, will convene in Islamabad and involve key stakeholders such as the Meteorological Department, SUPARCO, and officials from the Ministry of Science and Technology.
The focus of these meetings is to ensure accurate and timely information regarding the sighting of the Eid moon. The Meteorological Department in Pakistan has expressed optimism about the visibility of the moon on April 9th, citing clear skies and favorable lunar conditions.
As the anticipation builds, people across Saudi Arabia and Pakistan are eagerly awaiting the official announcements regarding the Eid moon sighting, which will determine the date for the joyous celebration of Eid al-Fitr in these countries.
