Bhatkal: The Qazis of Bhatkal will convene today, Wednesday, after Maghrib prayers to sight the crescent moon of the month of Ramadan.

The Qazis of Bhatkal have requested all Muslims in the Bhatkal and surrounding regions to sight the crescent of the fasting month and requested anyone who sees the crescent to contact either of the Jamaatul Muslimeen office to record the testimony.

If the crescent moon is sighted on Wednesday, Sha’aban 29, then Thursday will be the first day of Ramadan. If the moon could not be visible, Friday, March 24, will be the first day of Ramadan.

The Islamic calendar is usually either 29 or 30 days. The beginning and end of the month depend on the crescent moon, which is why Ramadan is not set on any specific days annually.