The Meteorological Department of Pakistan (PMD) has issued a forecast regarding the Shawwal moon sighting for Eid ul Fitr 2026 on Tuesday.
Shawwal moon sighting
According to the details given by the department, there is no possibility of sighting the Shawwal moon on March 19.
This means that the moon of Shawwal 1447 AH will be born at 6:23 AM on March 19.
At the time of sunset, the moon’s age at most meteorological stations will be between 12 to 13 hours. This situation is not suitable for sighting.
The final decision rests with Pakistan’s Central Ruet e Hilal Committee. They will make an official announcement after moon sighting at the designated time.
Eid ul fitr 2026 in Pakistan
Eid ul Fitr, 1st Shawal 1447 AH, is expected to be observed from March 21 to March 23, depending on the official moon sighting announcement.
Similarly, Eid ul fitr 2026 holidays are expected to be officially confirmed closer to the date.
Eid ul Fitr holiday 2026
The holidays for Eid-ul-Fitr and Pakistan Day are expected to fall together in 2026, as Ramzan is likely to end on March 19 or March 20, 2026.
If the moon is sighted on March 19, then Eid ul Fitr 2026 in Pakistan will be celebrated on March 20. If the moon is sighted a day later, Eid will be observed on March 21.
Eid ul Fitr holiday 2026 notification
The federal government issued the official public and optional holidays schedule for 2026 on January 19.
The notification was released by the Cabinet Division and shared with all federal ministries, divisions, and relevant departments.
People are also searching for details about Eid ul fitr 2025 government holiday and Eid ul fitr 2025 holidays notification.
The final dates for Eid holidays will be confirmed by the government after the official moon sighting announcement.
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