Eid-ul-Fitr 2024 Tentative Date and Public Holiday
Forecasted Date and Moonsighting
Pakistan Meteorological Department's Prediction
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted that Eid-ul-Fitr 2024 in Pakistan will be celebrated on April 10. According to their forecast, the Shawwal moon is expected to be sighted on April 9, 2024 (Tuesday). The PMD's prediction is based on the visibility of the crescent moon for over 50 minutes on April 9, with clear skies expected in most parts of Pakistan.
Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee's Forecast
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Chairman, Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad, has also suggested that Eid-ul-Fitr 2024 in Pakistan is likely to fall on Wednesday, April 10.
Public Holiday Announcement
The federal government has announced a four-day holiday on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr 2024, starting from April 10. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved these holidays from April 10 to 13, 2024. The official notification for the Eid-ul-Fitr 2024 holidays in Pakistan has been issued, confirming these dates.
Observed Date
Typically, Eid holidays commence a day earlier than the forecasted date to allow for preparations and festivities.
Worldwide Eid Celebrations
Eid-ul-Fitr 2024 is expected to be celebrated on either April 8 or 9 in countries across the world, subject to moonsighting.
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