Eid al-Fitr is a beautiful celebration that brings people together in India joy and gratitude. In 2025, the festival is being celebrated in India today, March 30, following the sighting of the Shawwal crescent on March 29. In India, the date of Eid depends on the moon sighting. If the crescent moon is sighted on March 30, Eid will be celebrated on March 31. Otherwise, it will take place on April 1.Eid al-Fitr 2025 Moon Sighting Date And Time Eid al-Fitr is a significant festival for Muslims that marks the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting.
Ramadan is a time when Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset for self-discipline and spiritual growth. Eid al-Fitr, also called Mithi Eid, celebrates the conclusion of this month-long fast. It falls on the first day of Shawwal, the tenth month of the Islamic calendar. This festival is one of two major Eid celebrations, with the other being Eid al-Adha, which happens in the last month of the Islamic year, Dhul Hijjah.
The festival has deep historical and spiritual significance, marking the end of Ramadan, a month dedicated to fasting, prayer, and reflection. It is a time for forgiveness, unity, and charity, with traditions like community prayers, festive meals, and the giving of Zakat al-Fitr.
How do you plan to celebrate this joyous occasion?
Eid al-Fitr 2025: Celebrations and Rituals
The day begins with a ritual bath followed by the morning prayer, Salat al-Fajr.
Before getting dressed in new clothes and jewellery, families enjoy a sweet treat like dates, a tradition to start the day.
The male members gather at the Eidgah or an open area for community prayers while women either join or pray at home.
After the prayers, the air is filled with joy as everyone greets one another with “Eid Mubarak” and hugs each other as a symbol of love and brotherhood.
The day is spent visiting friends and family, exchanging gifts and children look forward to receiving Eide, money gifted for the occasion.
Women also decorate their hands with beautiful henna designs.
A grand feast follows where sweet dishes like Seviyan, Kheer and Phirni are served.
Charity is an important part of Eid and Muslims give Zakat al-Fitr, an obligatory donation, to help those in need to ensure everyone can enjoy the festival.