Minister of Islamic Affairs Dr Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed has announced that tomorrow, March 11, Monday is the first day of Ramadan.
It was announced that sunset today sees the conclusion the 29th day of Shaubaan, with Islamic nations confirming sighting of the moon on the eve of Shaubaan 30, hence making Monday, March 11, the first day of Ramadan.
In his announcement held after the moon sighting event, the Minister said that reports indicate the moon has been sighted in several nations including Saudi Arabia.