Dr. Raghib Hussain Naeemi, Chairman of the Islamic Ideological Council, has outlined the official guidelines for this year’s Fitrana (charitable almsgiving) and Roza Fidya (compensation for missed fasts).
As per the council’s recommendations, the minimum Fitrana amount per individual has been set at Rs220, based on wheat prices. However, those opting to contribute using other food items such as dates, raisins, or dried apricots will need to pay different amounts.
Specifically, the Fitrana rate for dates has been set at Rs1,650, for raisins at Rs2,500, and for dried apricots at Rs5,000. Dr. Naeemi stressed that both Fitrana and Fidya should be given according to one’s financial capacity. He reiterated that Fitrana is a mandatory form of charity required from every Muslim—regardless of gender or social status—and must be distributed before the conclusion of Ramadan.
The council also provided a breakdown of Fidya payments based on various staple foods. The total compensation for 30 missed fasts is Rs6,600 if calculated using wheat, Rs13,500 for barley, Rs49,500 for dates, Rs75,000 for raisins, and Rs150,000 for dried apricots. In addition, Dr. Naeemi elaborated on the Kaffara (penalty) for intentionally breaking a fast, which requires either fasting continuously for 60 days or providing two meals each to 60 underprivileged individuals.
Furthermore, those who purchase government-subsidized wheat flour have the option to pay a reduced amount of Rs160 for their Fitrana and Fidya contributions.
