Hyderabad: The ninth month of the Islamic Calendar, Ramadan, holds special significance for Muslims all around the world, marked by the observance of a month-long fast, prayer, and contemplation. This month provides an opportunity to strengthen one's faith and deepen your relationship with Allah through acts of self-reflection and devotion.
People observe Roza (Fast) during the month of Ramadan, where they observe a fast from daybreak to sunset for a period of 30 days. Before daybreak, people eat a meal called Sehri, and after sunset, they break their fast by having a meal called Iftaar. Sehri, the pre-dawn meal, is one of the significant events of Ramadan. Muslims all around the globe prepare for the month-long fast by waking up early in the morning to have Sehri.
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In the year 2023, Ramadan started on March 23 in India, and it is expected to conclude either on April 21 or April 22, as per the sighting of the Moon. Eid-ul-Fitr marks the conclusion of this holy month of Ramadan. In India, Eid-ul-Fitr is expected to be celebrated on April 21 or April 22, also as per the Moon sighting.
Ramadan commemorates the revelation of the first verses from the Holy book of the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad. During Ramadan, many mosques offer daily prayers and Muslims are encouraged to read the Quran. Various mosques and philanthropic groups host food drives and charitable endeavours as aid to the less fortunate because charity is customary throughout Ramadan for Muslims.
