When Is Eid-Ul-Fitr 2024? Everything You Need To Know About Its History, Significance And Celebration

Eid-Ul-Fitr is one of the biggest Islamic festivals observed at the end of Ramadan, a holy month of fasting. The fact that this day is marked by the end of fasting and diving in the flavours of delicious festive food, this holiday is also called ‘Meethi Eid’. The festivities of Eid-Ul-Fitr typically take place during the first three days of Shawwal, the 10th month in the Hijri (Islamic lunar calendar), immediately after Ramadan. On this day, people wear new clothes, make savoury dishes and perform communal prayer at dawn on the first day of this festival.

Eid-Ul-Fitr 2024 Date & History

In 2024, Eid-Ul-Fitr is expected to fall around April 10th or April 11th. However, the precise date cannot be known as it changes annually, determined by the sighting of the moon. This date may vary by one or two days, depending on the location.

The origin of Eid-Ul-Fitr can be traced back to the early days of Islam when Prophet Muhammad migrated from Mecca to Medina. The roots of this auspicious festival are deeply intertwined with Islamic tradition and are closely linked with the sacred month of Ramadan.

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Eid-Ul-Fitr Significance

After a month of abstaining from eating and drinking anything from dawn to dusk throughout the month of Ramadan, people start the festivities of Eid-Ul-Fitr by eating savoury dishes. Additionally, people try to break their harmful habits and abstain from evil thoughts and deeds.

Eid-Ul-Fitr Celebration

Muslims celebrate Eid-Ul-Fitr by treating themselves to new attire, and delicious food, and spending time with family and friends. Muslims are only allowed to break their fast on Eid ul-Fitr during the entire month of Shawwal.

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