As the holy month of Ramadan continues, Muslims across India observe the daily fast from dawn to sunset with devotion and discipline. The fast begins after the pre-dawn meal known as Sehri (Suhoor) and ends at sunset with Iftar. For those observing the 17th Roza on March 7, 2026, the timings will vary slightly across cities due to geographical differences. Worshippers usually rely on local mosque announcements or verified Ramadan calendars to ensure they follow accurate fasting schedules throughout the month.
Sehri and Iftar timings in major Indian cities
In Delhi, Sehri will be observed at 05:39 AM, while Iftar is expected at 06:13 PM. In Mumbai, Sehri is scheduled for 05:52 AM, with Iftar at 06:40 PM. Meanwhile, in Kolkata, Muslims will begin Sehri at 04:51 AM and break their fast at 05:35 PM.
In Southern India, Bengaluru will observe Sehri at 05:29 AM and Iftar at 06:27 PM, while in Hyderabad, Sehri will be at 05:28 AM and Iftar at 06:19 PM. In Chennai, Sehri will take place at 05:18 AM, with Iftar at 06:16 PM.
In North India, Sehri in Lucknow will be at 05:24 AM, followed by Iftar at 05:59 PM, while in Kanpur, Sehri will be at 05:25 AM and Iftar at 06:03 PM.
In Eastern India, Ranchi will mark Sehri at 05:04 AM and Iftar at 05:45 PM. Meanwhile, in Ahmedabad, western India, Sehri is expected at 05:55 AM and Iftar at 06:37 PM.
During Ramadan, the fast begins at Fajr, the dawn prayer, immediately after the Sehri meal concludes. From that moment until sunset, Muslims refrain from eating, drinking and fulfilling other physical needs as part of the spiritual discipline of fasting.
The fast is broken at Maghrib, the sunset prayer, when worshippers traditionally open their fast with dates and water before proceeding to the evening meal.
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While the timings above serve as a general guide, Islamic scholars and mosques often advise worshippers to confirm the exact schedule locally. Minor variations may occur depending on calculation methods and geographic location, making local Ramadan timetables the most reliable reference for observing the fast accurately.
