Is Eid today or tomorrow? Check city-wise moonsighting time to know when to celebrate the festival

Eid will be celebrated in India on Saturday, March 21, 2026. The crescent moon marking the beginning of the month of Shawwal was not sighted in India on Thursday. Following this, clerics have announced that Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated in the country on Saturday.

However, according to the updates, Shawwal Moon has been sighted in Kerala, and the state will be celebrating the festival tomorrow, March 20.

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Eid kab hai?

In India, Eid will be observed on March 21. The Muslims across the country will observe their fasts on Friday – the 30th day of Ramadan – and Eid will be celebrated on Saturday, March 21.

Eid al-Fitr, also known as Ramzan Eid or Meethi Eid, is one of Islam’s most important festivals, observed by Muslims worldwide. It celebrates the conclusion of Ramadan, the holy month celebrated by followers who fast from dawn to sunset (roza).

Eid 2026: Crescent moon timings in cities

City	Moonrise	Sunset	Best Time to Spot Moon
Delhi	~6:24 AM	~6:20 PM	6:30–7:30 PM
Mumbai	~6:41 AM	~6:40 PM	6:45–7:45 PM
Lucknow	~6:00 AM	~6:05 PM	6:10–7:10 PM
Kolkata	~6:00 AM	~5:55 PM	6:00–7:00 PM
Chennai	~6:30 AM	~6:20 PM	6:25–7:25 PM
Bengaluru	~6:30 AM	~6:25 PM	6:30–7:30 PM
Hyderabad	~6:30 AM	~6:25 PM	6:30–7:30 PM
Chandigarh	~6:25 AM	~6:20 PM	6:30–7:30 PM

When is Eid in India?

Confirmation of Eid-ul-Fitr in India is expected after the Maghrib prayer. Eid al-Fitr begins with the special congregational prayer, Salat al-Eid, offered at mosques and open grounds across communities. Before the prayers, Muslims are required to give Zakat al-Fitr, a charitable contribution that ensures underprivileged families can also partake in the festive celebrations.

This act of charity promotes inclusivity, allowing people from all sections of society to celebrate Eid regardless of their financial condition. The day typically starts early, with people wearing new clothes, applying perfumes, and heading for prayers. It is also customary to greet one another with “Eid Mubarak,” meaning “Blessed Eid.”