The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee of Pakistan will convene today in Quetta to observe the moon for Muharram. The committee chairman, Maulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabir Azad, will be in charge of the session. This signifies the advent of the Islamic New Year and Muharram, which are holy in all Muslim countries globally.
Participants and Coordination Ruet-e-HilalÂ
Members from both Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Pakistan and Zonal Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Quetta will attend this meeting in Quetta. Representatives from different government organizations, including the Ministry of Religious Affairs, SUPARCO (Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission), Meteorological Department, Ministry of Science & Technology, etc., will also participate. They will provide technical support and scientific data required for accurate moon sightings.
Committees hold simultaneous meetings Ruet-e-Hilal Committee.
Government presence at such gatherings ensures smooth coordination among regions and their understanding of the seriousness of jointly making correct decisions. Zonal committees hold simultaneous meetings. Their headquarters in Islamabaare d, Lahore, and Karachi. And Peshawar. Where local observations are obtained before being communicated to the central committee through them. This process fosters inclusiveness with decision-making on whether or not to sight Muharram Moon, signifying unity across the country.
These joint efforts between central and zonal committees involving many scientific bodies and government organizations aim to uphold trustworthiness and precision during moon sighting activity. Hence, we are underscoring the need for joint action in celebrating Islamic events so that all Muslims begin. The month of Muharram is on the same day throughout Pakistan.
Significance Of Muharram Hilal Committee
According to the Islamic lunar calendar system, Muharram holds excellent religious significance, being the first month. It is a period for self-reflection marked by sorrow, especially among Shia Muslims . Who mourn the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (AS) along with his companions during the battle of Karbala. Muharram also serves as a time for spiritual revivalism and communal harmony among Muslims.
Therefore, accurate visibility of the Muharram Moon is very importince it helps fix the exact dates for different religious rites. Thus, these observances were only achieved with the dedication of the , supported by joint efforts from all stakeholders.
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The Central Ruet-e-Hilal CommCommittee’sting in Quetta, supported by zonal committees and various governmental and scientific bodies, underscores the significance of accurately sighting the Muharram moon. This collaborative effort ensures that the beginning of the Islamic New Year and the sacred month of Muharram is observed with unity and precision across Pakistan. The meeting will be eagerly awaited by Muslims nationwide, marking the commencement of a period of deep religious significance.
