Muslims across India will celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on Monday, March 31, after the crescent moon was sighted in multiple cities, including Lucknow and Srinagar, on Sunday, March 30. The announcement was officially made by Islamic authorities across the country, marking the conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan 2025.

Moon Sighted in Multiple Cities

Maulana Khalid Rasheed Firangi Mahali, the Imam of Lucknow’s Eidgah, confirmed, "The moon has been sighted today, i.e., on March 30, and Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on March 31."

Delhi’s Jama Masjid and Imarat-e-Shariyah-Hind also verified that the moon was spotted in various parts of India, solidifying the date for Eid celebrations. The crescent moon was also visible in Srinagar and many other regions, officially marking the end of Ramadan.

Global Celebrations

Eid festivities have already commenced in Saudi Arabia on Sunday, March 30, as the Gulf nation follows an earlier lunar sighting schedule. Many Islamic countries, including the UAE and other Gulf nations, aligned their celebrations with Saudi Arabia.

Meanwhile, in Australia, the moon was not visible on March 30, pushing Eid celebrations there to Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

Significance of Eid-ul-Fitr

Eid-ul-Fitr, also known as the "Festival of Breaking the Fast," is one of the most significant Islamic celebrations. It follows the month-long fasting of Ramadan, where Muslims observe spiritual reflection, prayers, and charity. The festival begins with a special Eid prayer at mosques and open grounds, followed by feasts, gatherings, and acts of generosity towards the less fortunate.

As India prepares for grand celebrations on March 31, the spirit of unity, gratitude, and joy remains at the heart of Eid-ul-Fitr 2025.

With the confirmation of Eid on March 31, markets across India have come alive with a festive spirit. From Delhi’s Chandni Chowk to Mumbai’s Mohammed Ali Road, shops are bustling with people buying traditional clothes, sweets, and gifts. Bakeries and sweet shops are witnessing high demand for delicacies like sevaiyan, sheer khurma, and kebabs, while mosques and Eidgahs are preparing for the special Eid prayers expected to draw large congregations.