The Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee has officially announced that the new crescent marking Rabiʽ al-Awwal 1447 AH was not sighted anywhere in Pakistan on Sunday, August 24. Consequently, the month will begin on Tuesday, August 26, and Eid Milad-un-Nabi—marking the 12th of Rabiʽ al-Awwal—will be observed on Saturday, September 6
Why No Moon Sighting?
- Cloudy weather across most major cities thwarted efforts to visually confirm the crescent
- Despite SUPARCO’s forecast that the moon would be around 32 hours old—a time generally considered optimal for visibility—dark skies and limited viewing opportunities meant no confirmed sightings were reported
What Happens Next?
- With no evidence of sighting, the Ruet-i-Hilal Committee declared 1 Rabiʽ al-Awwal to be Tuesday, August 26.
- Thus, the 12th of Rabiʽ al-Awwal, Eid Milad-un-Nabi, will fall on Saturday, September 6
The Significance of Eid Milad-un-Nabi
- Widely observed by Sunni Muslims, Eid Milad-un-Nabi commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) on the 12th of Rabiʽ al-Awwal. It’s a recognized public holiday in Pakistan, featuring religious gatherings, processions, official salutes (31 gun salvo in Islamabad; 21 in other capitals), and Seerat-un-Nabi conferences that reflect on the Prophet’s life and relevance today
Quick Calendar Snapshot
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Rabiʽ al-Awwal 1 begins | Tuesday, Aug 26, 2025 |
| Eid Milad-un-Nabi (12 Rabiʽ al-Awwal) | Saturday, Sept 6, 2025 |
Summary:
- Cloudy skies prevented moon sighting on August 24.
- That pushed the start of Rabiʽ al-Awwal to August 26, making Eid Milad-un-Nabi fall on September 6.
- Expect nationwide observances, holiday proclamations, and religious events in accordance with tradition and Islamic rulings.
