Every year on the 15th of the Islamic month of Shaban, Shab-e-Barat (Mid-Sha'ban), also known as the Night of Forgiveness or Day of Atonement, is observed. It falls this year on the night of March 7, 2023, Tuesday in India. The Persian word 'Shab' refers to the night, whereas the Arabic word 'Barat' refers to deliverance and forgiveness.

On Friday, 04 March 2023, the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee of Pakistan announced Shab e Barat 2023 date will begin on the evening of Monday 06 March and will end on Tuesday, 07 March 2023. It is an Islamic event that holds great importance for every Muslim living across the globe. Shab e Barat 2023 date is right around the corner.