The Ministry of Islamic Affairs on Monday, April 08, 2024, announced this year’s Eid-ul-Fitr falls on April 10, 2024, the coming Wednesday.
Eid-ul-Fitr is the festive Islamic holidays in the month of Islamic calendar month Shawwal, which follows immediately after the holy month of Ramadan.
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The ministry said the moon was not visible during Monday’s eve to declare Eid-ul-Fitr for Tuesday, and therefore, Ramadan will have 30 days this year. The Islamic Hijri calendar is a lunar calendar which is based on the monthly cycles of the moon’s phases.
Meanwhile, Maldives President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has called for a grander celebration of Eid festivities through the country. The Greater Male’ region has been lit up with vibrant and festive lights; especially in public areas including parks and other venues featuring creative light works.
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