Ramadan in Saudi Arabia to Last 30 Days, Eid al-Fitr Expected on April 21
Tentative Date Announced Amidst Anticipation of Moon Sighting
Public and Private Sectors to Enjoy Four-Day Holiday
According to astronomical calculations, the holy month of Ramadan is anticipated to span 30 days this year, with the first day of Eid al-Fitr tentatively scheduled for Friday, April 21, in Saudi Arabia. The exact date, however, remains subject to confirmation based on physical sightings of the crescent moon.
Saudi Arabian authorities have declared a four-day holiday for both public and private sector employees from Monday, April 8, in observance of Eid al-Fitr, the festival marking the conclusion of Ramadan. The official start of Eid will be determined by the sighting of the new moon in Saudi Arabia, with the Kingdom's official moon-sighting committee playing a crucial role in the observation.
The anticipation surrounding the moon sighting adds an element of excitement to the festivities, as communities eagerly await the official announcement of the Eid holiday. Traditionally, the crescent moon is observed in the western horizon shortly after sunset, with the first sighting typically made in the Kingdom's western regions and gradually confirmed across the country.
Once the moon is officially sighted, the countdown to Eid begins, with families and communities preparing for the joyous occasion. Eid al-Fitr is celebrated with special prayers, feasts, family gatherings, and the exchange of gifts, reflecting the spirit of unity and community.
Comments