Ramadan 1447 AH: India's Muslims Prepare for Daily Fasting Amid Varying Timings and Weather Conditions

As the holy month of Ramzan (Ramadan) 1447 AH enters its second day in India, millions of observant Muslims are preparing for their daily fast. In the Islamic tradition, the fast is anchored by two critical times:Sehri, the pre-dawn meal consumed before the first light of day (Fajr), andIftar, the evening meal taken at sunset (Maghrib) to break the fast. Given India's vast geographical span, these timings fluctuate by several minutes between the eastern and western coasts. FindSehriandIftartime today, February 20, for Mumbai, Delhi, Lucknow, Chennai, Kolkata, Guwahati, Patna, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Pune, Noida, Ghaziabad, Bhopal, Ahmedabad, Ranchi, Srinagar and Thiruvananthapuram below.Ramzan Calendar 2026: Full 30-Day Sehri and Iftar Timetable for Mumbai, Delhi, Lucknow and More. For Friday, February 20, 2026, the fasting duration across India averages approximately 12 hours and 40 minutes. Because Ramzan this year coincides with the onset of spring, the weather remains relatively moderate, though devotees in southern cities like Chennai and Thiruvananthapuram will experience slightly warmer conditions compared to the northern regions like Srinagar.Ramadan 2026 Guide: Full List of What Breaks Your Fast and What Doesn't. The following table provides the precise timings for today's rituals in major Indian cities. CitySehri Time EndsIftar Time Starts Ramzan, or Ramadan, is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, commemorating the period when the first verses of the Quran were revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.As one of the Five Pillars of Islam, it is a time of deep spiritual reflection, self-discipline, and heightened devotion.Beyond the physical act of fasting (Sawm) from dawn to sunset, the month is intended to purify the soul, refocus attention on God, and practice self-sacrifice. It fosters a profound sense of empathy for the less fortunate, encouraging increased acts of charity (Zakat) and communal bonding through shared nightly prayers (Tarawih) and evening meals (Iftar).Ultimately, Ramzan serves as a "spiritual training camp" designed to help believers cultivate a state of constant God-consciousness (Taqwa) and moral excellence that they can carry forward throughout the rest of the year. (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Feb 19, 2026 05:45 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our websitelatestly.com).