Sat Mar 01 17:20:00 UTC 2025: **Ramzan Moon Sighting Confirmed, Muslims Celebrate Start of Holy Month**
[City Name], [State] – The sighting of the Ramzan moon was officially announced on Saturday evening following the Asr prayer at the Muslim Musafir Khana, triggering widespread celebrations among the Muslim community. The announcement was made by Maulana Abdul Sattar Qadri, President of the District Hilal Committee, after the Maghrib prayer.
Shakil Ahmad Nagauri, spokesperson for the community, said the sighting of the crescent moon immediately brought waves of joy. Muslims embraced each other, offered prayers of thanks, and exchanged greetings to mark the beginning of the holy month. Several prominent religious figures, including Maulana Khalil Ahmad Akbari, Maulana Mushtaq Ahmad Qadri, and others, extended their congratulations.
Following prayers, families visited elders to seek their blessings. The first Taraweeh prayers were held in mosques on Saturday night after Isha prayer. The timings for Sehri (pre-dawn meal) and Iftar (breaking of the fast) have also been announced. The first Sehri will end at 5:37 AM on Sunday, with Iftar at 6:41 PM. Timings for subsequent days were also released.