By The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee has officially declared the sighting of the Zilhaj moon, setting the date for Eidul Azha in Pakistan as June 17.
Meeting and Verification Process
The decision followed a meticulous meeting convened at the Pakistan Meteorological Department building in Karachi. Additionally, zonal meetings occurred simultaneously in the provincial capitals and Islamabad to verify the moon sighting reports.
Confirmation and Official Announcement
Officials from the Peshawar zonal meeting confirmed the sighting, with the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee subsequently making the official announcement. The committee gathered testimonies from various cities, including Peshawar, Attock, Kohat, Mianwali, Taxila, Murree, Narowal, and Lahore, to ascertain the moon sighting.
Press Conference Highlights
During a press conference in Karachi, Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad, Chairman of the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, affirmed the Eidul Azha date. He underscored the spiritual significance of the forthcoming ten days of Zilhaj and urged the populace to engage in acts of worship and reflection during this sacred period.
National Unity and Security
Maulana Azad emphasized the imperative of national unity and solidarity, urging citizens to stand together against any adversarial schemes. He also expressed gratitude for the efforts of law enforcement agencies in ensuring the country’s security.
Coordination with Saudi Arabia
The announcement aligns with the sighting of the Zilhaj moon declared by Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court. In Saudi Arabia, Haj rituals will commence on June 14, with the Day of Arafat on June 15, and Eidul Azha will be observed on June 16.
This synchronized observation ensures the adherence of significant religious events to Islamic traditions, fostering a sense of unity and continuity within the Muslim world.
