PM Modi Extends Warm Wishes as Ramadan Begins

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted people on the start of the holy Islamic month of Ramadan on Sunday.

PM Modi Greets People on Ramadan   

He said on X, "As the blessed month of Ramadan begins, may it bring peace and harmony in our society." He added, "This sacred month epitomises reflection, gratitude and devotion, also reminding us of the values of compassion, kindness and service. Ramzan Mubarak!." 

In his message, PM Modi highlighted the significance of Ramadan as a period for self-discipline, spiritual growth, and acts of kindness.

Ramadan Begins from Sunday in India

Ramadan begins on Sunday in India as the crescent moon marking the start of the fasting month was not sighted anywhere in the country on Friday.

Shahi Imam of Chandni Chowk's Fatehpuri Mosque Maulana Mufti Mukarram Ahmed said Delhi-NCR was cloudy since morning, due to which the moon was not visible here.

According to the Islamic calendar, a month is of 29 or 30 days. The number of days in the month depends on the sighting of the moon.

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Ramadan, is a month of fasting, prayer, and spiritual reflection observed by Muslims around the world. It is a time to practice self-discipline, seek forgiveness, and engage in acts of charity. The month concludes with the celebration of Eid al-Fitr.