Ramadan 2026 Moon Sighting: Date, time and first Roza in India

For Muslims, Ramadan is one of the most significant month of the year. In the Islamic calendar, the entire month of Ramadan is regarded as the most sacred month. All Muslims are totally devoted to Allah during this time period; they offer their sincere prayers to him, observe strict fast from dawn to dusk without eating and drinking, engage in various spiritual and religious activities during this month, participate in iftari and sehri. According to the Islamic calendar, the ninth month is Ramadan, also known as Ramazan.

When is Ramadan in India?

The Islamic Lunar Calendar establishes the dates of Ramadan. Ramadan is scheduled to start in India on February 19, 2026, following the sighting of the moon at Mecca. Eid al Fitar is expected to occur on March 20 or 21, 2026, if the moon is visible.

Ramadan 2026: Date and Time

Ramadan is totally based on Islamic Lunar calendar, which has 12 months with 29 or 30 days each. The Islamic calendar is based on the lunar cycle not like Gregorian calendar, which is based on the movement of sun. On the 29th day of Shaaban, Ramadan officially begins. It ends with the arrival of Shawwal, which signifies the entrance of Eid ul-Fitr.

Ramadan 2026: Sehri and Iftar Time

Ramadan 2026: Significance

In the month of Ramadan, people are often eager to seek blessings of Allah and they express their gratitude by observing Roza throughout the day and it is advised to offer namaz five times a day during that month specially because this is the most pious month for them and offering prayers to allah during this time is believed to bring happiness, and prosperity in life. They try to maintain self-control during the month, abstain from all addictions, including binge eating, drinking, and smoking, pray constantly, and abide by all rules and regulations.

Ramadan 2026: When is first Roza in India? check Sehri and Iftar Timings in Delhi, Mumbai and Hyderabad

When is Ramadan starting in UAE?

Ramadan is expected to start in the United Arab Emirates on February 18, 2026. On this day, we shall observe the first day of Ramadan.

What is Roza?

Roza is the custom of abstaining from food from dawn to dusk. It is challenging for anyone to keep a fast without food and water during intense heat, yet this unique fasting rite strengthens people's physical, mental, and spiritual fortitude.

What is Sehri?

During Sehri, people get up before the sun comes up and eat anything they want. To get the energy they need to observed Roza all day, they can eat, drink, and engage in other activities.

What is Iftar?

Individuals break their fast in the evening or during sunset, prepare a variety of foods and beverages, and then eat them with their friends and families. At this time, all of the family members, friends, and relatives gather to break their fast.

Ramadan 2026: Ramzan begins on February 18 or 19? Check Sehri and Iftari Time