Ramadan begins Tuesday as moon not sighted Sunday

The Islamic fasting month of Ramadan will begin on Tuesday, March 12, as moon sighting committees across the country did not spot the crescent moon on Sunday evening.

Bangsamoro Mufti Sheikh Abdulrauf Guialani officially declared the start of Ramadan, emphasizing that fasting and religious observances will commence from Tuesday onwards.

Ramadan is a sacred month observed by Muslims for 1440 Hijri days, involving daily fasting from dawn until sunset, along with prayer, reflection, and charitable acts.

Muslims are encouraged to strengthen their spiritual connection during this period through these practices.

Bangsamoro Parliament Speaker Pangalian Balindong highlighted the importance of Ramadan as a time for spiritual growth and deepening relationships with Allah.

For the first time, the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) and Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) Darul Ifta announced the same date for Ramadan.