IN PHOTOS: First Ramadan iftar on Mumbai streets as devotees break fast

Mumbai witnessed a peaceful first Ramadan iftar as devotees gathered near Fashion Street in Churchgate to break their fast. The street gathering reflected the spirit of unity and spiritual renewal that defines the month. (PICS/ATUL KAMBLE)

Updated On: 2026-02-19 08:16 PM IST

Compiled by : Tarun Verma

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is observed by Muslims worldwide as a time of fasting and prayer. Pic/Atul Kamble

As the sun sets on the first day of Ramadan, devotees gather near Fashion Street in Mumbai's Churchgate area to break their fast

The streets around the Videsh Sanchar building, now known as Tata Telecommunications, witness a serene moment as worshippers sit together for iftar, marking the beginning of the holy month

From dawn to dusk, devotees observe ‘roza’ (fast), abstaining from food and water as an act of faith and discipline

At sunset, the faithful break their first fast of the month with dates and water, following a long-standing tradition rooted in Islamic teachings

The gathering at Fashion Street reflects the spirit of unity and community, as people sit side by side sharing food and prayers

Ramadan is not only about fasting but also about strengthening compassion, patience and devotion through increased prayer and charity

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