The Countdown to Eid al-Fitr 2025 Begins

As the holy month of Ramadan nears its conclusion, anticipation builds for Eid al-Fitr, the joyous party marking the end of fasting.The question on everyone’s mind: When will Eid al-Fitr 2025 officially commence?

Indonesia’s Ministry of Religious Affairs Gears Up for Key Determination

The Ministry of Religious Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia is set to conduct an Isbat trial to determine the commencement of 1 Shawwal 1446 Hijri. This crucial event is scheduled for Saturday, March 29, 2025, corresponding to the 29th day of ramadan. The outcome of this trial will be the deciding factor for the Eid al-Fitr 2025 date.

Central to this determination is the rukyatul hilal, or crescent moon observation. Thirty-three strategic locations across Indonesia will serve as vantage points for monitoring the new moon’s appearance.

Predicted Dates and the Importance of Moon Sighting

According to the Joint Decree issued by the Minister of Religious Affairs, the Minister of Manpower, and the Minister of Administrative Reform and Bureaucratic Reform of the Republic of Indonesia, Eid al-Fitr 1446 hijri is preliminarily predicted to fall on March 31, 2025.However, this remains a projection. The official confirmation hinges on the hilal monitoring and the subsequent Isbat trial on March 29,2025 [[3]].

Globally, the sighting of the Shawwal crescent plays a pivotal role in determining the eid al-Fitr date. As Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court and the UAE’s Fatwa Council have urged Muslims to sight the Shawwal crescent on Saturday, March 29, 2025 [[1]], the anticipation is high.

Inside the Isbat Trial: Process and Participants

The Isbat trial is a multi-stage process. it commences with a seminar focusing on the initial position of the Shawwal 1446 H crescent, starting at 16:30 WIB and continuing until just before sunset. This is followed by a closed-door Isbat trial at 18:45 WIB. The minister of Religious Affairs, Nasaruddin umar, will directly announce the official results.

The trial garners broad participation,including representatives from embassies of amiable nations,Islamic organizations,experts in Falak (astronomy),and key agencies such as BMKG (Meteorology,Climatology,and Geophysics Agency),Lapan (National Institute of Aeronautics and Space),Brin (national Research and Innovation Agency),and Planetarium Bosscha.

muhammadiyah’s Perspective: A Calculated Approach

Muhammadiyah, a significant Islamic organization, through its central leadership, has issued a determination (Number 1/MLM/I.0/E/2025) based on astronomical calculations. Their reckoning suggests that 1 Shawwal 1446 Hijri will fall on Monday, March 31, 2025.

Their analysis indicates that on Saturday, March 29, at 17:59:51 WIB, the moon’s altitude at sunset across indonesia will be below the horizon, signifying that the new moon will not yet be visible. Consequently, Ramadan will be observed for a full 30 days.

Potential for a Unified Eid al-Fitr Celebration

Should the government’s hilal monitoring on march 29, 2025, fail to detect the new moon, it is highly probable that Eid al-Fitr 2025 will be celebrated uniformly on Monday, March 31, 2025.

Anticipated Holiday and Joint Leave Schedule for Lebaran 2025

Based on the Joint Decree, the projected schedule for the Lebaran 2025 holidays and joint leave is as follows:

Eid al-Fitr 2025 Holidays

• Monday-Tuesday, march 31-April 1, 2025

Joint Leave for Eid al-Fitr 2025

• Wednesday, April 2, 2025
• Thursday, April 3, 2025
• Friday, April 4, 2025
• Monday, April 7, 2025