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Ramadan (also known as Ramadhan or Ramzan) is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. It is a time when Muslims around the world focus on prayer, fasting, giving to charity, and religious devotion. The last third of Ramadan is a particularly holy period, as it commemorates when the Koran's (Qu'ran) first verses were revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (Mohammad or Muhammed).
Is Ramadan Start a Public Holiday?
Ramadan Start is not a public holiday. It falls on Sunday, March 2, 2025 and most businesses follow regular Sunday opening hours in Pakistan.
The month of Ramadan begins when the Waxing Crescent Moon can be observed in the evening sky.
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About Ramadan Start
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Holiday currently only shown for years 2020–2025.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Sat | Apr 25 | Ramadan Start | Bank Holiday |
| 2021 | Wed | Apr 14 | Ramadan Start | Bank Holiday |
| 2022 | Mon | Apr 4 | Ramadan Start | Bank Holiday |
| 2023 | Wed | Mar 22 | Ramadan Start | Bank Holiday |
| 2023 | Thu | Mar 23 | Ramadan Start | Observance |
| 2024 | Tue | Mar 12 | Ramadan Start | Bank Holiday |
| 2025 | Sun | Mar 2 | Ramadan Start | Observance |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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