Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 on March 31 or April 1? When Will India Celebrate the Festival?

Eid-ul-Fitr, one of the most significant Islamic festivals, marks the end of Ramadan, a sacred month of fasting, prayer, and reflection. The date of Eid depends on the sighting of the crescent moon, making it a dynamic event that varies by region.

When is Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 in India?

In 2025, Ramadan, also known as Ramzan in India, began on Sunday, March 2, following the sighting of the crescent moon on Saturday, March 1. The Islamic calendar follows a lunar cycle, and a month is either 29 or 30 days long.

In Saudi Arabia, where Ramadan started on March 1, Eid-ul-Fitr will fall on either March 30 (Sunday) or March 31 (Monday), depending on the moon’s appearance.

India, however, typically observes Eid a day after Saudi Arabia. Since Ramadan began on March 2 in India, the holy month will likely conclude on March 31, if it lasts for 29 days. If the month extends to 30 days, then Eid will be observed on April 1 (Tuesday).

Thus, Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 in India will be celebrated on either March 31 (Monday) or April 1 (Tuesday), depending on when the crescent moon is sighted.

How is the Eid Date Determined?

The festival follows the Islamic lunar calendar, where months are based on the moon cycle. If the crescent moon is sighted on March 30, Eid will be celebrated the next day, on March 31. If the moon is seen on March 31, Eid will fall on April 1.

Significance of Eid-ul-Fitr

Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam and is observed by Muslims worldwide as a period of spiritual growth and devotion. Eid-ul-Fitr is a joyous occasion that marks the conclusion of this sacred month. It is a time for gratitude, prayers, and communal gatherings.

Meaning of Eid

• Eid means ‘feast, festival, or holiday.’
• Eid-ul-Fitr translates to ‘festival of breaking the fast,’ signifying the end of Ramadan.
• Another major Islamic festival, Eid-ul-Adha, celebrated approximately 70 days after Eid-ul-Fitr, is known as the ‘Feast of Sacrifice’ and marks the conclusion of Hajj.

Eid-ul-Fitr Traditions

On the morning of Eid, Muslims gather at mosques for special prayers. It is customary to wear new clothes and recite the Takbeer (a short prayer) on the way to the mosque. Families come together to share meals, exchange gifts, and extend charity to the less fortunate.

As the moon sighting approaches, the exact date of Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 in India will be confirmed by religious authorities. Stay tuned for updates!