The Ruet-e-Hilal Committee is set to meet tomorrow evening in Peshawar to determine whether the moon for Ramadan has been sighted. This crucial meeting will be led by the Chairman of the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad, and will take place at the Auqaf Department building.
At the same time, zonal and district Ruet-e-Hilal Committees will also hold their meetings in different cities. In Islamabad, the local moon sighting committee will gather at the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony. Despite reports from different regions, the final announcement will be made by the central committee.
Scientific Prediction on Ramadan Moon Sighting
According to the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), the chances of sighting the Ramadan moon on Friday are low. Experts explain that while the new moon will be born on February 28 at 5:45 AM PST, it will be just 12 hours old by sunset. At that time, the moon will be at an altitude of only five degrees, making visibility very difficult.
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For the moon to be clearly visible to the human eye, it typically needs to be at least 19 hours old. Because of this, SUPARCO has predicted that the moon is more likely to be seen on March 1, which would mean that Ramadan will begin on March 2.
The Significance of Ramadan
Ramadan is one of the most sacred months in Islam. It is a time when Muslims across the world observe fasting from dawn to sunset, engage in prayers, and reflect spiritually. It is also a month of charity, kindness, and strengthening one’s faith. Fasting during Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam, making it an essential practice for Muslims.
People across Pakistan are eagerly waiting for the official moon sighting announcement so they can prepare for the holy month. The decision of the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will confirm the exact date of the first fast, and millions of Muslims will begin their Ramadan preparations accordingly.
Stay connected for the latest updates on the Ramadan moon sighting and the official decision by the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee.
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