Eid Ul Fitr Dates in India, UAE, and Saudi Arabia The International Astronomical Center has provided estimates for the dates of Eid Ul Fitr in India, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia, based on the sighting of the moon. The exact date of the festival depends on when the moon becomes visible, as the Islamic calendar is lunar-based. In regions where the fast of Ramadan began on February 18, Eid is expected to be celebrated on March 19 or 20, depending on whether the moon is sighted on the 29th or 30th day of Ramadan. If the moon is not visible on March 19, the holiday may be postponed to March 20. In Saudi Arabia and the UAE, which are part of the Gulf region, Eid is typically observed one day earlier than in South Asian countries like India. The astronomical center predicts that the moon will be visible in Saudi Arabia and the UAE on March 18, marking the start of the new month of Shawwal. This would mean Eid Ul Fitr is celebrated on March 19 in these regions. However, if the moon is not sighted on that date, the holiday could be delayed to March 20. In India, where the fast began on February 19, the moon is expected to be visible on March 19, making March 20 the likely date for Eid. However, if the moon is not sighted on March 19, the festival may be postponed to March 21. The Jammu and Kashmir government has already announced a holiday on March 13 for the last Friday of Ramadan, which is known as Jumma-e-Wida. This change in the official holiday schedule suggests that Eid in India is likely to fall on March 20. Saudi Arabia has declared a four-day holiday for Eid Ul Fitr, starting on March 18, which aligns with the expected date of the festival. The government has also announced that public and private sector employees will receive time off for the occasion.#india #united_arab_emirates #saudi_arabia #jammu_and_kashmir #international_astronomical_center
