Monday | 8 June 2026 | Reg No- 06
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Bangladesh will celebrate the holy Eid-ul-Fitr on Saturday, as the crescent moon of Shawwal 1447 Hijri was not sighted in the country’s sky on Thursday evening.
The decision was officially announced following a meeting of the National Moon Sighting Committee held at the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque.
The meeting, chaired by Religious Affairs Minister and Committee President Kazi Shah Mofazzal Hossain (Kaikobad), reviewed reports from district administrations, Islamic Foundation, Bangladesh Meteorological Department and the Space Research and Remote Sensing Organization before confirming the announcement.
Eid-ul-Fitr, one of the most sacred and joyous occasions in Islam, marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan—a period of fasting, self-discipline and spiritual reflection. Muslims across the country have spent the past month abstaining from food and drink from dawn to dusk, engaging in prayers, charity and seeking forgiveness from Almighty Allah.
The main Eid jamaat will be held at the National Eidgah on the High Court premises in Dhaka at 8:30 AM. President Mohammed Shahabuddin and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman are expected to join the congregation alongside cabinet members, judges, political leaders and senior civil and military officials.
Mufti Muhammad Abdul Malek, Khatib of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque, will lead the prayers at the National Eidgah, while Dr Maulana Md Abu Saleh Patwari will remain prepared as an alternate imam.
Authorities have made extensive preparations to ensure a smooth and secure celebration.
Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC), which is overseeing the arrangements, has set up facilities for around 35,000 worshippers, including separate arrangements for women.
Enhanced security measures will be in place, with police, RAB and other law enforcement agencies deployed, along with Special Security Force (SSF) personnel for VVIP protection.
At Baitul Mukarram National Mosque, five Eid congregations will be held sequentially from 7:00 AM to 10:45 AM to accommodate the large number of devotees. Additionally, a gathering will be held at 8:00 AM at the South Plaza of the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban, where separate arrangements have also been made for women.
Worshippers have been requested to arrive on time, come prepared with ablution (wudu) and avoid carrying unnecessary items for security reasons.
As the nation prepares for Eid, a wave of homebound people has already left Dhaka to celebrate with their families in villages and hometowns, reflecting the deep cultural and emotional significance of the festival.
Eid-ul-Fitr, meaning “the festival of breaking the fast,” is not only a celebration but also a moment of gratitude, compassion and unity. On this day, Muslims gather in large congregations, exchange greetings of “Eid Mubarak,” visit relatives and share meals and sweets. Acts of charity, including giving Zakat al-Fitr, ensure that even the less fortunate can partake in the joy of Eid.
The occasion stands as a reminder of faith, forgiveness and the blessings of togetherness as millions across Bangladesh unite in prayer and celebration, thanking Allah for the strength to complete the month of Ramadan.
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