IHC petitioned to ensure timely announcement of Eid moon sighting

ISLAMABAD: A petition has been filed in the Islamabad High Court (IHC) seeking a directive for authorities to announce the sighting of the Eid moon in a timely and coordinated manner, according to a recent report.

The petitioner has requested the court to instruct the relevant government departments to make the announcement regarding the sighting of the moon for Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Azha in a prompt and unified fashion. The plea argues that delays and inconsistencies in moon sighting announcements have led to confusion and disunity among the public in the past.

The petition also highlights that timely and clear communication from the authorities is essential to avoid the recurring issue of different regions in Pakistan observing Eid on separate days. The petitioner contends that this lack of coordination undermines national unity and causes inconvenience to citizens.

According to the petition, the court has been urged to ensure that the announcement of the Eid moon sighting is made simultaneously across the country, and that all relevant institutions, including the Ministry of Religious Affairs and the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, are directed to coordinate their efforts effectively.

The Islamabad High Court is expected to take up the matter for hearing. Further details regarding the proceedings or responses from government officials were not mentioned in the report.