In 2026, the Islamic Ideology Council of Pakistan, led by Chairman Dr. Raghib Hussain Naeemi, announced the guidelines for Sadaqat al-Fitr and Fidya during Ramadan. According to Aaj TV Latest, the minimum Sadaqat al-Fitr is set at 300 PKR per person. The rates vary depending on the commodity: 1,100 PKR for barley, 1,600 PKR for dates, 3,800 PKR for raisins, and 5,400 PKR for dried grapes. The Fidya for 30 days of fasting is calculated at 9,000 PKR for wheat, 33,000 PKR for barley, 48,000 PKR for dates, 114,000 PKR for raisins, and 162,000 PKR for dried grapes. Dr. Naeemi emphasized, 'Sadaqat al-Fitr is obligatory for every capable Muslim, regardless of age or gender.' Hum News also reported that the penalty for intentionally breaking a fast is either fasting for 60 consecutive days or feeding 60 needy individuals.