The visibility of the moon is crucial for marking the Islamic months, as it determines the start and end of each lunar month. The absence of the moon sighting means that Safar will begin a day later than initially expected.
What to Expect
– Adjustment of Dates: Islamic events and observances for Safar will now be adjusted according to the new start date.– Continued Observations: Authorities will keep monitoring for any updates and provide further announcements if necessary.
In light of the announcement, the Ministry of Religious Affairs has issued a notification confirming that tomorrow, August 6, will mark the thirtieth day of Muharram.
As a result, the 1st of Safarul Muzaffar 1446 Hijri will begin on Wednesday, August 7.