Ramadan 2026: This day will serve as a significant moment in the holy month of Ramadan 2026 because Indian Muslims from all over the country will begin their fast at dawn and break it at sunset. Fasting during Ramadan requires Muslims to understand the Iftar times, which differ between states because the holy month provides them with time for spiritual growth, prayer, and community life.
Ramadan 2026: What is Ramadan and Its Significance
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, during which Muslims fast daily from pre-dawn until sunset. Fasting includes abstaining from food and drink, and Iftar is the moment at sunset when the fast is broken with dates, water, or a light meal.
Ramadan 2026: State-Wise Iftar Times on 21 February 2026
The following table displays approximate Iftar times for major Indian states and cities according to their sunset times.
- Delhi & NCR (Delhi): 6:17 PM
- Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh): 6:03 PM
- Mumbai (Maharashtra): 6:40 PM
- Hyderabad (Telangana): 6:21 PM
- Ahmedabad (Gujarat): 6:40 PM
- Chennai (Tamil Nadu): 6:20–6:25 PM
- Bengal / Kolkata (West Bengal): 6:15–6:20 PM
- Jharkhand(Ranchi): 6:15 PM–6:25 PM
- Odisha (Bhubaneswar): 6:15 PM–6:25 PM
- Madhya Pradesh (Bhopal): 6:20 PM–6:22 PM
- Assam (Guwahati): 6:00–6:10 PM
- Bihar (Patna): 6:05–6:15 PM
- Punjab (Chandigarh region): 6:10–6:15 PM
- Haryana: 6:15 PM
- Rajasthan (Jaipur): 6:20 PM
- Uttarakhand (Dehradun): 6:05–6:10 PM
- Himachal Pradesh (Shimla region): 6:10 PM
- Jammu & Kashmir (Jammu): 6:15 PM
The times show slight differences because of various factors, including geographic location, longitude, and sunset patterns throughout the day. Western and southern cities typically experience slightly later sunsets compared to northern and eastern regions.
Ramadan 2026: Full Guide of Sehri and Iftar
Sehri (pre-dawn meal) generally ends before 5:40 AM across most of India today. Iftar occurs at local sunset, which is a few minutes earlier in eastern states than in western coastal cities.
Ramadan 2026: What are the Spiritual Aspects and Observance?
Fasting during Ramadan stands as a fundamental element of Islamic practice, which demonstrates self-control and compassion for others while leading practitioners to experience spiritual development. People from the community gather at local mosques to conduct their nightly prayers, which they call Tarawee,h while they enjoy Iftar dinners with both their relatives and their neighbors.
This state-wise Iftar time guide helps observers in India plan their fasts and prayers accurately for 21 February 2026, ensuring they break their fast at the proper time.
Disclaimer: Iftar timings are approximate and may vary slightly by locality; verify with local mosque or official Ramadan calendar.
