Eid Ul Fitr 2025 in India: Date, Moon Sighting, Rituals, Celebration and Significance

One of the most important Islamic festival is Eid al-Fitr, which is celebrated with great grandeur and enthusiasm. Eid is joyfully celebrated after nearly a month of strict fasting during Ramadan or Ramazan. Meethi Eid is another name of Eid Ul Fitr . According to the Islamic Calendar, this is observed annually on the first day of the tenth day of Shawwal. In Saudi Arabia, This year, Eid Ul Fitr is being celebrated today, on March 30 and in India, Eid Ul Fitr is likely to be celebrated on March 31 if the crescent moon is seen tonight. The sighting of the moon determines the celebration of Eid. On this auspicious day, people spend time with their loved ones after offering special prayers to Allah.

Eid Ul Fitra Date
The moon sighting determines the actual day of the Eid celebration. The moon sighting is based on the Islamic calendar and waits for the moon to be seen in Saudi Arabia and the next day, it is celebrated in India. Similar to this, the grand mufti of the state of Kashmir uses the timing of moon sightings to announce the start of the festival.

History of Eid Al Fitr
Eid Ul Fitr is considered as one of the most important festivals in Islam to adhere to the principles and these principle includes - fasting, faith, zakat, the Hajj pilgrimage, and namaz-giving. Eid is believed to have been celebrated for the first time in 624 AD. After a month of fasting, the end of Ramadan is a time to honor self-control, commitment, and spiritual development. People show their gratitude to Allah for his favours and and seek forgiveness for all the mistakes they have made knowingly or unknowingly. Muslims ensure that everyone can participate in the festivities so they get involved in charity and donation before Eid, which is known as Zakat. Communities and families gather to celebrate, pray, and share happiness.

On this day in history, Prophet Hazrat Muhammad is believed to have won the Battle of Badr. To express their happiness at the Prophet's achievement, people distribute sweets and prepare varieties of dishes on this holy day. Meethi Eid is celebrated every year before to Bakrid. On this day, Muslims thank to Allah for the Quran and commemorate the conclusion of Ramadan.

Eid Ul Fitr: How it is celebrated?

1. First, take a holy bath.
2. On the day of Eid, namaz is offered in the morning.
3. Following prayers, people give each other hugs and send their best wishes.
4. Women use a lot of dry fruits in their households to make vermicelli, a type of sweet.
5. People dress in fresh attire and go to the mosque for Namaz.
6. People share that delightful meal with their friends and family.
7. This is the day to express appreciation to Allah by following various rituals and customs, including providing food to those in need, donating money and clothing, and giving up one bad habit in order to appease Allah.