In a declaration that the first day of Shaban will be Friday, January 31, officials said it was now "30 days until Ramadan." The date could vary elsewhere due to differences in moon visibility.

Shaban precedes the holy month of Ramadan ... Islamic months last either 29 or 30 days, depending on the sighting of the crescent. On the 29th day of Shaaban, official moon-sighting committees ...

Ramzan 2025 begins in India on March 2, marking a rare alignment with summer, increasing fasting hours, and bringing spiritual significance.