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

Updated On: 19 February, 2026 08:16 PM IST | Tarun Verma

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)

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday greeted actor Sana Khan and her husband in Mumbai on the ocassion of Ramada

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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday greeted actor Sana Khan and her husband in Mumbai on the ocassion of Ramada

People from Muslim community offered prayers on Friday on the ocassion of Ramadan across India

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People from Muslim community offered prayers on Friday on the ocassion of Ramadan across India

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An amateur batsman sends the ball flying off the bat during a match at Five Gardens in Matunga. PIC/ATUL KAMBLE

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