ISLAMABAD: The federal government has declared three public holidays for Eidul Fitr from March 31 to April 2.

“The prime minister has been pleased to declare March 31 to April 2, 2025, (Monday to Wednesday) as public holidays on the occasion of Eidul Fitr,” said a press release issued by the Cabinet Division.

However, the announcement of the moon sighting will determine the date for Eidul Fitr celebrations across the country.

The Central Ruet-i-Hilal Com­mittee, along with zonal committees, will convene on the evening of March 30 (Sunday) to sight the Shawwal moon.

Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast Eidul Fitr on March 31.

According to the PMD, there is a good chance of sighting the new moon of Shawwal on the evening of March 30.

Last month, the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commi­ssion had forecast that Ramazan would begin on March 2, while Eidul Fitr would be observed on March 31.

Earlier this week, Pakistan Railways announced running four special trains to facilitate passengers travelling before and after Eidul Fitr. The special train operation includes service from Quetta to Peshawar via Sibbi, Sukkur/Rohri, Khanewal, Lahore and Rawalpindi.

Published in Dawn, March 20th, 2025