21 Ramadan 2025: Global Fasting Times Vary
With sehri and iftar timings varying across cities, Muslims rely on accurate schedules issued by religious institutions and mosques to observe their fasts correctly, fostering a sense of community and spiritual growth during this sacred month.
On March 22, 2025, Muslims around the world will observe the 21st Roza of Ramadan, a period considered crucial for spiritual purification and charity, with varying sehri and iftar timings across different cities due to geographical differences.
In Pakistan, major cities like Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, and Quetta have distinct sehri and iftar timings. For instance, Islamabad and Rawalpindi will have sehri at 4:48 AM and iftar at 6:20 PM, while Karachi will have sehri at 5:20 AM and iftar at 6:43 PM. Similarly, in India, cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad have their own timings, with Delhi observing sehri at 05:03 AM and iftar at 06:36 PM.
The variation in timings is not limited to these countries, as the global nature of Ramadan means that Muslims in different parts of the world begin and end their fasts at different times. In Bangladesh, suhoor ends at dawn, while in New York City, the 13-hour fast ends with sunset. This contrast highlights the diverse and global observance of Ramadan, influenced by time zones and geographical locations.
Ramadan is a month of spiritual purification and charity, where Muslims fast from dawn to sunset to develop their taqwa. The act of fasting is a prescribed worship that aims to bring individuals closer to their faith and foster a sense of community and compassion. As the world observes this sacred month, the varying timings serve as a reminder of the global chain of fasting that exists, with cities in different time zones experiencing suhoor and iftar at different times.
As Muslims around the world observe the 21st Roza of Ramadan, they are reminded of the importance of charity, good deeds, and spiritual purification. The diverse timings and global nature of Ramadan serve as a testament to the faith's ability to unite people across different cultures and geographical locations.