Pakistanis expected to enjoy six Eid-ul-Fitr holidays this year

Pakistani citizens are expected to enjoy six holidays during Eid-ul-Fitr, which is likely to begin on April 10, sources within the metrological department said on Friday.

In 2019, the then Federal Minister of Science and Technology Fawad Chaudhary introduced the Lunar calendar to address the issues related to the moon sighting.

As per the calendar, the month of Ramadan will be completed in 29 days, and Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated across Pakistan on April 10.

According to PMD, the Shawwal moon is likely to be sighted on the evening of Ramadan 29 (April 9). 

Usually, Eid holidays commence a day before the expected date due to preparations for the festivities.

The government will announce a four-day holiday starting on April 9 (Tuesday) till April 12 (Friday). Saturday and Sunday are being observed as off in government and private offices.

However, the final announcement will be made by the government after discussions with PMD and other concerned departments.