As in Pakistan, Dhul Hijjah moon sighted in IIOJK, Eid-ul-Adha to fall on May 27
Srinagar: In line with brothers in Islam in Pakistan, the crescent moon marking the beginning of the holy month of Dhul Hijjah was sighted in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday evening, with the Grand Mufti announcing that Eid-ul-Adha would be celebrated on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
According to Kashmir Media Service, IIOJK Grand Mufti Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam said testimonies regarding the sighting of the moon were received from different parts of the territory after sunset on Sunday, corresponding to 29th Dhul Qa’dah 1447 AH. He said Monday, May 18, would be observed as the first day of Dhul Hijjah.
Speaking to the media, the Grand Mufti said the decision was taken after proper verification of testimonies received from various areas. He noted that occupied Jammu and Kashmir has a full-fledged Ruet-e-Hilal committee which functions during important Islamic months and remains in contact with religious bodies and local committees across regions.
He added that the Anjuman-e-Sharia Shian also plays an important role in the moon sighting process and remained in coordination with the central Ruet-e-Hilal committee on Sunday evening.
The Grand Mufti highlighted the spiritual message of Eid-ul-Adha and stressed the importance of simplicity, compassion and caring for the underprivileged. He appealed to the people to ensure that the poor and needy are remembered during Eid celebrations. “The distribution of sacrificial meat should be carried out in a fair and responsible manner. Poor people are an important part of society and they should also be able to celebrate Eid with happiness and dignity,” he said.
He urged people to follow proper sanitation and hygiene practices during Eid-ul-Adha and advised against carrying out sacrifices on roads or public places.
