The National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics (NRIAG) in Egypt has claimed a strong possibility of Eid al-Adha falling on June 16.

According to Arab media, NRIAG in Egypt has issued a statement, indicating that the first day of Dhu al-Hijjah will be observed on Friday, June 7.

The statement further mentioned that the new moon of the month of Dhu al-Hijjah in the year 1445 AH will remain visible in the skies of Mecca for 11 minutes after sunset and in Cairo for 18 minutes.

According to the astronomical institution in Egypt, based on these calculations, the Day of Arafah is expected to fall on June 15, and Eid al-Adha is likely to be celebrated on June 16.

However, the final decision can only be made after the announcement of the sighting of the Eid al-Adha moon by Saudi Arabia.

The sacred month of Ramadan has already gifted the world with the beautiful celebration of Eid al-Fitr, and now Muslims from around the globe are eagerly waiting for the restless anticipation of the final month of the Islamic calendar, Dhu al-Hijjah.

During Dhu al-Hijjah, a large number of Muslims from all over the world converge on the sacred city of Mecca to perform the obligatory pilgrimage of Hajj. Additionally, the second religious festival of the year is celebrated with great fervor and excitement during this month.