Upon whom Sadaqah-e-Fitr is obligatory before Eidul Fitr?

Sadqah-e-Fitr is mandatory for all Muslims, whether male or female, young or old, rich or poor—even if they are a servant or free.

The charity purifies fasts and expresses gratitude for Ramazan’s blessings. Sadaqah-e-Fitr also helps those in need celebrate the Eid with dignity.

It should be given even on behalf of a child who was born a few moments before the morning of Eidul Fitr.

Meanwhile, the Chairman of the Islamic Ideological Council, Allama Raghib Hussain Naeemi, has announced the amounts (Nisab) for Sadqah-e-Fitr and Fidya (compensation for missed fasts) for this year.

He explained that the minimum amount for Sadqah-e-Fitr and Fidya, based on wheat prices, is Rs220 per person. If someone prefers to give it based on other food items, the amounts vary:

• Barley: Rs450

• Dates: Rs1,650

• Raisins: Rs2,500

• Dried Dates (Munaqa): Rs5,000

Allama Naeemi emphasized that people should give according to their financial situation. Sadqah-e-Fitr is mandatory for all Muslims, whether male or female, young or old, rich or poor—even if they are a servant or free.

For those paying Fidya for 30 missed fasts, the amounts are:

• Wheat: Rs6,600

• Barley: Rs13,500

• Dates: Rs49,500

• Raisins: Rs75,000

• Munaqa: Rs150,000

He also clarified that if someone intentionally breaks a fast, they must either fast for 60 consecutive days or feed 60 poor people two meals each as expiation.

Lastly, he mentioned that those benefiting from subsidized wheat from the government can pay Rs160 as Sadqah-e-Fitr or Fidya.