When the Ramadan moon was sighted in Saudi Arabia, all the Muslims celebrated! This means that the holy month will officially start on March 11. The month of Ramadan has started in 1445 Hijri and after the Isha prayers tonight, the first Taraweeh prayer will be performed.
However, the moon has not been sighted in Oman and Philippines today, which means that the holy month of Ramadan Sharif will start from March 12 in these two countries.
In India, Pakistan and Bangladesh too, the holy month of Ramzan will begin from Tuesday, March 12. It is believed that the first verses of the Quran Sharif were revealed to Prophet Hazrat Muhammad during the month of Ramadan Sharif. In this month all Muslims worship Allah and His Messenger.
Ramadan 2024 Date in India
The month of Ramadan Sharif is a very blessed month. Because in this month Allah rewards thousands of good deeds for every good deed. The month of Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar.
In the year 2024, the first Taraweeh prayer will be offered today on March 12. And tonight itself will be the first Sehri. This blessed month of Ramadan will last for 30 days. And after that, Ramadan will be bid farewell on Friday, 5th April 2024.
After that all the Muslims will offer Eid ul Fitr prayers and hug each other. The start date of Ramadan may be different in different places of the world and the time of Sehri and Iftar is also different.
And if we talk about India, then below we have given some important dates that when Ramadan 2024 will start in India and Sehri and Iftar timings.
Ramadan calendar 2024
| Ramadan | Date | Sehri Timing | Iftar Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12 March, 2024 | 5:16 AM | 6:28 PM |
| 2 | 13 March, 2024 | 5:15 AM | 6:29 PM |
| 3 | 14 March, 2024 | 5:14 AM | 6:29 PM |
| 4 | 15 March, 2024 | 5:13 AM | 6:30 PM |
| 5 | 16 March, 2024 | 5:11 AM | 6:31 PM |
| 6 | 17 March, 2024 | 5:10 AM | 6:31 PM |
| 7 | 18 March, 2024 | 5:09 AM | 6:32 PM |
| 8 | 19 March, 2024 | 5:08 AM | 6:32 PM |
| 9 | 20 March, 2024 | 05:07 AM | 6:33 PM |
| 10 | 21 March, 2024 | 05:05 AM | 6:33 PM |
| 11 | 22 March, 2024 | 05:04 AM | 6:34 PM |
| 12 | 23 March, 2024 | 05:03 AM | 6:34 PM |
| 13 | 24 March, 2024 | 05:02 AM | 6:35 PM |
| 14 | 25 March, 2024 | 05:00 AM | 6:36 PM |
| 15 | 26 March, 2024 | 04:59 AM | 6:36 PM |
| 16 | 27 March, 2024 | 04:58 AM | 6:37 PM |
| 17 | 28 March, 2024 | 04:57 AM | 6:37 PM |
| 18 | 29 March, 2024 | 04:55 AM | 6:38 PM |
| 19 | 30 March, 2024 | 04:54 AM | 6:38 PM |
| 20 | 31 March, 2024 | 04:53 AM | 6:39 PM |
| 21 | 1 April, 2024 | 04:52 AM | 6:39 PM |
| 22 | 2 April, 2024 | 04:50 AM | 6:40 PM |
| 23 | 3 April, 2024 | 04:49 AM | 6:41 PM |
| 24 | 4 April, 2024 | 04:48 AM | 6:41 PM |
| 25 | 5 April, 2024 | 04:47 AM | 6:42 PM |
| 26 | 6 April, 2024 | 04:45 AM | 6:42 PM |
| 27 | 7 April, 2024 | 04:44 AM | 6:43 PM |
| 28 | 8 April, 2024 | 04:43 AM | 6:43 PM |
| 29 | 9 April, 2024 | 04:41 AM | 6:44 PM |
| 30 | 10 April, 2024 | 04:42 AM | 6:44 PM |
Keep in mind that Iftar and Sehri timings during Ramadan 2024 vary from city to city. To know the exact timing, it is suggested that you visit your nearest mosque and check the Sehri and Iftar timings.
Significance of Ramadan
According to the Islamic calendar, the holy month of Ramzan Sharif is the ninth month. Ramzan is celebrated every year after the sighting of the moon in this month.
The date of Ramadan keeps changing according to the date of the moon. Ramadan lasts for one month. Eid-ul-Fitr prayers are offered after Ramadan. The month when Prophet Mohammed first received the Quran is also associated with the holy month.
Furthermore, the word “Ramadan” is derived from the Arabic word “Ramad”. The term refers to a dry, hot environment. This is in line with the idea of fasting from sunrise to sunset and abstaining from all food and liquids during the month of Ramadan. An important aspect of the month of Ramadan is fasting. Fasting is one of the five main principles of Ramadan. In Arabic it is also called Som.
Throughout the month of Ramadan, the focus is on worshiping Allah through fasting. All our Muslim brothers and sisters who are physically and mentally capable of fasting must observe this fast. This is not necessary for children.
What is Zakat?
Zakat is a form of charity given by Muslims to help underprivileged individuals during Ramadan. It is mandatory for those who have wealth above a certain limit for more than one lunar year. This is also called tax.
When is Ramadan 2024 starting in India?
Based on moon sighting in Mecca Sharif, Ramadan 2024 will start on March 11, 2024 and first Taraweeh is on March 11, 2024.
How many days to Ramadan 2024?
Actually, Ramadan Sharif lasts for the whole month. And sometimes the month of Ramadan also lasts for 29 days. But in 2024, the month of Ramadan is expected to last 30 days.
When Taraweeh starts 2024?
Taraweeh prayer is offered after Isha prayer. And it is necessary to offer Taraweeh prayers in the month of Ramadan Sharif. In the year 2024, the first Taraweeh will start on March 11.