Muharram to begin from June 17 as moon not sighted in Pakistan

Abdul Khabir Azad said no credible moon-sighting testimonies were received from any part of the country.

KARACHI: Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee has announced that the moon for the Islamic month of Muharram was not sighted anywhere in the country.

The committee met in Lahore under the chairmanship of Abdul Khabir Azad, with religious scholars and other members in attendance.

Speaking after the meeting, Azad said no credible moon-sighting testimonies were received from any part of the country. As a result, the first day of Muharram will be observed on Wednesday, June 17.

He added that Ashura, observed on the 10th of Muharram, will fall on Friday, June 26.

During his remarks, Azad also praised Pakistan’s leadership, including Field Marshal Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, for their diplomatic efforts, and expressed support for the country’s armed forces.