The Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee announced on Wednesday that the moon for the holy month of Ramazan had been sighted in Pakistan, and thus, the month of fasting will begin on March 23, as per reports.
The announcement was made after a meeting of the committee, which was chaired by Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad. The sighting of the moon was confirmed by various witnesses from different parts of the country.
Meanwhile, in Jammu and Kashmir, the announcement was made across mosques in the region that Ramadan would also begin from March 23. The decision was made after the sighting of the moon in the region.
Ramadan is a month-long period of fasting observed by Muslims around the world. During this time, Muslims refrain from eating and drinking from dawn until sunset, and devote themselves to prayer and acts of charity. The holy month is also a time for spiritual reflection and self-improvement.
The holy month of Ramadan is an important time for Muslims around the world, and its observance is an integral part of their faith. With the sighting of the moon, the people of Pakistan and Jammu and Kashmir will begin this important spiritual journey together.
The Chenab Times News Desk