Fri Mar 07 12:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Ramadan Begins: Muslims Across India Observe First Fast

**New Delhi, March 7, 2025** – The holy month of Ramadan commenced today, marking the beginning of a period of fasting, prayer, and reflection for Muslims worldwide. Across India, millions of Muslims began their fasts after the pre-dawn meal, Sahur, with Iftar, the breaking of the fast, to take place this evening.

Ramadan is considered a sacred month for Muslims, a time dedicated to increased devotion and adherence to religious practices. Throughout the month, Muslims abstain from food and drink from dawn till dusk, engaging in prayer and acts of charity.

The timings for Sahur and Iftar vary across India depending on geographical location. For example, in Delhi, Sahur concluded at 5:21 AM and Iftar will be at 6:27 PM. Other cities observed slightly different timings:

* **Lakhnau:** Sahur 5:06 AM, Iftar 6:13 PM
* **Hyderabad:** Sahur 5:27 AM, Iftar 6:32 PM
* **Mumbai:** Sahur 5:40 AM, Iftar 6:47 PM
* **Patna:** Sahur 4:50 AM, Iftar 5:56 PM
* **Jaipur:** Sahur 5:27 AM, Iftar 6:35 PM
* **Bhopal:** Sahur 5:21 AM, Iftar 6:30 PM
* **Dehradun:** Sahur 5:17 AM, Iftar 6:25 PM
* **Indore:** Sahur 5:28 AM, Iftar 6:36 PM
* **Pune:** Sahur 5:36 AM, Iftar 6:46 PM
* **Bengaluru:** Sahur 5:21 AM, Iftar 6:34 PM

The month of Ramadan culminates in the joyous celebration of Eid al-Fitr.

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