Chand Raat – 29 Ramadan
Chand Raat is observed on 29 Ramadan of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar.
Chand Raat dates
| Year | Saudi Arabia (Umm al-Qura) | India / Pakistan / Bangladesh (expected) |
|---|---|---|
| 1446 AH | Saturday, 29 March 2025 | 30 March 2025 |
| 1447 AH | Wednesday, 18 March 2026 | 19 March 2026 |
| 1448 AH | Monday, 8 March 2027 | 9 March 2027 |
| 1449 AH | Friday, 25 February 2028 | 26 February 2028 |
| 1450 AH | Tuesday, 13 February 2029 | 14 February 2029 |
| 1451 AH | Saturday, 2 February 2030 | 3 February 2030 |
Gregorian dates are calculated and may change by a day depending on the moon sighting in your country.
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Chand Raat (the Night of the Moon) is the night when the new crescent moon is sighted, marking the end of one Islamic month and the beginning of the next. The most celebrated Chand Raat is the one marking the end of Ramadan and the arrival of Eid-ul-Fitr, when the atmosphere is filled with joy, excitement, and gratitude. Muslims celebrate by applying henna (mehndi), shopping for new clothes, preparing special foods, and spending time with family and friends.
The sighting of the new moon has deep religious significance in Islam, as the Islamic calendar is based on the lunar cycle. The Prophet ﷺ said: "Fast when you see it (the new moon) and break your fast when you see it."