Ruet-e-Hilal Committee meeting convened to sight Rabiul Awwal moon
Chairman Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Maulana Abdul Kahbir Azad sighting Ramazan moon on roof top of Auqaf Hall in Peshawar on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. PHOTO: APP
The Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will hold a meeting on Saturday to witness the sighting of the moon for the Islamic month of Rabiul Awwal, Express News reported.
The meeting, to be chaired by Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad, has been convened to determine the commencement of Rabiul Awwal.
An official announcement would be made in this regard following the meeting.
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The government and religious organisations chalk out a number of programmes to highlight the character and merciful acts of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) with great reverence and devotion during Rabiul Awwal.
The day will dawn with a 31 and 21 gun salute in the federal and provincial capitals, respectively to pay homage to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
Special prayers will be offered in mosques for peace, progress and prosperity of the country. Stringent security measures are also adopted on this occasion to avoid any untoward situation and to ensure safe passage of the sacred day.