Crescent Not Sighted, Ramadhan to Begin in Kashmir on Sunday
Srinagar, February 28, 2025 – The holy month of Ramadhan will begin in Jammu and Kashmir and across India on Sunday, March 2, as the crescent moon was not sighted tonight.
Official Announcements:
- Markaz-e-Chand Committee Lucknow:
- Statement: In a communique, the Markaz-e-Chand Committee Lucknow confirmed that the crescent moon was not sighted today. “The first of Ramadhan will be on 2nd March, Sunday,” said the committee President Maulana Khalid Rashid Farangi.
- Markaz-e-Royat-e-Hilal Committee Jama Masjid Delhi:
- Statement: Similarly, the Markaz-e-Royat-e-Hilal Committee Jama Masjid Delhi announced that the crescent moon was not sighted anywhere in India.
Significance of Ramadhan:
Ramadhan is a significant and sacred month for Muslims worldwide, marked by fasting, prayer, and reflection. The beginning of Ramadhan is determined by the sighting of the crescent moon, which heralds the start of the lunar month. During this month, Muslims fast from dawn until sunset, abstaining from food and drink, and engage in increased spiritual practices.
Community Preparation:
As the community prepares to observe Ramadhan, various mosques and organizations are gearing up to facilitate the observance of this holy month. Special prayers, known as Tarawih, are conducted during the nights of Ramadhan, and communal iftars (breaking of the fast) are organized to foster a sense of unity and togetherness.
Conclusion:
With the crescent moon not sighted tonight, Ramadhan will begin on Sunday, March 2, in Jammu and Kashmir and across India. As the holy month approaches, the community is preparing to embrace this period of fasting, prayer, and reflection with renewed devotion and spirit.
