The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee has announced the sighting of the Jamadi-ul-Awwal moon in Pakistan. The committee confirmed on Monday that the first day of the Islamic month would fall on Tuesday.
The announcement was made by Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Chairman Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad. He shared the decision after a meeting held at Aiwan-e-Auqaf.
According to the chairman, the committee received testimonies of moon sightings from different parts of the country. These reports included sightings from Lahore and other areas.
The committee reviewed the available testimonies before making its final announcement. Following the assessment, it confirmed that the moon of Jamadi-ul-Awwal had been sighted.
Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Reviews Moon Sighting Reports
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee held its meeting on Monday to examine reports received from across Pakistan. Members considered the testimonies before reaching a decision on the beginning of the Islamic month.
The Ruet-e-Hilal process involves reviewing moon sighting reports to determine the start of Islamic months. The committee’s announcement helps communicate the official decision to the public.
Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad said the decision followed the receipt of testimonies from multiple locations. The reports were considered during the meeting before the committee confirmed the moon sighting.
Lahore was among the locations mentioned in connection with the received testimonies. Reports from different parts of the country formed the basis of the committee’s review.
Religious Scholars and Officials Attend Meeting
Several religious scholars and relevant officials attended the meeting at Aiwan-e-Auqaf. Their participation supported the review of the moon sighting reports submitted to the committee.
Those present included Muttahida Ulema Board Chairman Mufti Intikhab Noori. Mufti Imran Hanafi and Allama Afzal Haideri also attended the meeting.
Representatives of the Meteorological Department were present as well. Their participation brought relevant officials into the consultation process.
The committee considered the testimonies received from across Pakistan before announcing its decision. The meeting concluded with confirmation of the Jamadi-ul-Awwal moon sighting.
First Day of Jamadi-ul-Awwal to Begin on Tuesday
Following the announcement, the first day of Jamadi-ul-Awwal will be observed on Tuesday in Pakistan. The decision establishes the beginning of the new Islamic month according to the committee’s official declaration.
The Ruet-e-Hilal Committee regularly reviews moon sighting evidence to determine the start of Islamic months. Its announcements help people follow the Islamic calendar for religious observances and other activities.
The latest decision came after reports were received from different parts of the country. The committee confirmed the sighting after reviewing the available testimonies during its Monday meeting.
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The announcement provides clarity on the start date of Jamadi-ul-Awwal for people across Pakistan.
