The wait for Bakrid 2026 is now one day longer. The Dhu al-Hijjah (Dhul Hijjah) crescent moon was not sighted in India on May 17, confirming that Dhu al-Qadah will extend to 30 days. As a result, Dhu al-Hijjah (Dhul Hijjah) will begin on May 19, and Eid Ul Azha (Eid-ul-Adha), widely celebrated as Bakrid across India, is now expected to fall on May 28, 2026.