According to the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, the Prophet’s birthday will be celebrated on December 24. PHOTO: ONLINE
The announcement was made at a meeting of Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee in Karachi headed by Mufti Munibur Rehman. Scholars from all schools of thought as well as astronomical experts were present at the meeting.
The committee received several testimonies of Rabiul Awwal moon being sighted from different parts of the country.
Remembering the golden age of Islam
As this religious occasion approaches, different buildings and shrines in the country are decorated with lights.
The government and religious organisations chalk out a number of programmes to highlight the character and merciful acts of Holy Prophet (P.B.U.H) with great reverence and devotion.
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