When Does Fasting Begin? Here Is the Official Ramadan 2025 Date!

The holy month of Ramadan 1446 Hijri will soon arrive, and Muslims worldwide are preparing to observe the fasting worship. In Indonesia, the start of fasting is usually determined by the government through an isbat session, while some Islamic organizations such as Muhammadiyah also set the beginning of Ramadan based on their own calculation methods.

Determining the Start of Ramadan by Muhammadiyah

The Muhammadiyah Central Leadership has issued a memorandum stating that 1 Ramadan 1446 H falls on Saturday, March 1, 2025. This decision is based on the hisab hakiki wujudul hilal method, which is an astronomical calculation to determine the moon’s position. Additionally, Muhammadiyah also sets that 1 Syawal 1446 H, marking the Eid al-Fitr holiday, will fall on Sunday, March 30, 2025.

Government and Other Islamic Organizations’ Estimates

Meanwhile, according to the 2025 Hijri calendar published by the Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs, the start of Ramadan 1446 H is estimated to fall on Saturday, March 1, 2025. This shows alignment between the government’s estimate and Muhammadiyah’s determination of the fasting start this year.

However, it should be noted that the Indonesian government will hold an isbat session for the official determination of the start of Ramadan. This session involves various parties, including representatives of Islamic organizations, astronomers, and related agencies, to observe the hilal (crescent moon) directly. The outcome of this isbat session will serve as the official reference for Muslims in Indonesia to begin their fasting worship.

Preparing to Welcome Ramadan

With the alignment between Muhammadiyah’s determination and the government’s estimate, Muslims in Indonesia can start preparing to welcome the holy month of Ramadan. This preparation includes enhancing worship, such as tarawih prayers, Qur’an recitation, and maintaining health to observe fasting properly. Furthermore, it is important for the community to await the official announcement from the government regarding the start of Ramadan through the isbat session. This ensures uniformity in the practice of fasting across Indonesia. May we all be granted strength and health to observe this year’s Ramadan with devotion and blessings.