Patna: The holy month of Ramadan began in Bihar on Thursday, with the first fast observed by Muslims across the state. Ramadan, considered a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, and good deeds, holds deep significance in Islam, with believers observing fasts from dawn to sunset.
Fasting in Ramadan starts with the pre-dawn meal known as Sehri. Observing Sehri is considered essential, as missing it is believed to deprive the faithful of certain spiritual rewards. Muslims make the intention to fast before dawn and then abstain from food and drink until sunset.
For February 20, Sehri timings across key districts in Bihar are as follows:
- Patna: 4:57 am (Shia), 5:02 am (Sunni)
- Muzaffarpur: 4:54 am (Shia), 5:01 am (Sunni)
- Bhagalpur: 4:58 am (Shia), 4:41 am (Sunni)
- Gaya: 4:46 am
- Samastipur: 4:58 am
- Purnia: 4:55 am
- Kishanganj: 4:48 am
- Katihar: 4:49 am
- West Champaran: 5:01 am
- Motihari: 5:06 am
- Madhubani: 5:01 am
- Araria: 4:51 am
- Darbhanga: 4:54 am
During Ramadan, Muslims also perform five daily prayers and engage in acts of charity and reflection. Many believe that sincere worship during this month leads to forgiveness of sins and blessings for themselves and the wider community.
