The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, under the leadership of Maulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabeer Azad, has officially announced that the moon for Rabiul Awwal 1447 AH was not sighted anywhere in Pakistan. This announcement was made during a press briefing held in Karachi, confirming that the Islamic month of Rabiul Awwal will begin as per the lunar calendar.
According to the committee, the first day of Rabiul Awwal will be observed on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. The committee also confirmed that the 12th of Rabiul Awwal, which holds special significance for Muslims worldwide as Eid-e-Miladun Nabi—the birth anniversary of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)—will fall on Saturday, September 6, 2025.
The Ruet-e-Hilal Committee’s announcement provides clarity for religious institutions, mosques, and the general public regarding the dates of religious observances and celebrations throughout the month.
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee is responsible for moon-sighting announcements across Pakistan and plays a crucial role in ensuring uniformity in the observance of Islamic months. The committee relies on visual sightings, astronomical calculations, and reports from regional teams to determine the start of each lunar month.
This process ensures that all religious activities, including prayers, celebrations, and special observances such as Eid-e-Miladun Nabi, are carried out in accordance with Islamic tradition.
The announcement has been widely shared through media channels and official statements, allowing mosques, schools, and other institutions to prepare for the upcoming religious events.
Eid-e-Miladun Nabi, celebrated on the 12th of Rabiul Awwal, is observed with religious gatherings, sermons, recitation of the Holy Quran, and processions honoring the life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Communities across Pakistan are expected to mark the occasion with prayers and educational activities that highlight the spiritual significance of the day.
This official declaration by the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee ensures that the start of Rabiul Awwal and the celebration of Eid-e-Miladun Nabi are observed consistently and accurately across the country.
