Muslims across the Gulf countries, including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar, have commenced fasting as the crescent moon was sighted yesterday. Oman, which sometimes follows a different calendar for Ramadan and Eid, also confirmed the moon sighting, aligning with the rest of the Gulf region. Countries such as Jordan, Lebanon, Yemen, Iraq, Syria, and Egypt have also marked today as the first day of Ramadan.
Meanwhile, in South Asian nations like India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, the moon was not sighted, delaying the start of Ramadan by a day. Kerala, where Shaban 28 was observed yesterday, had a chance for moon sighting, but since it was not seen, fasting will begin tomorrow after completing 30 days of Shaban. Similar announcements were made in Sri Lanka, where the Colombo Grand Mosque confirmed the first day of Ramadan as March 2. Other countries such as the Philippines, Japan, Malaysia, and Brunei will also begin fasting tomorrow.
On the first morning of Ramadan, Gulf countries witnessed large crowds attending the Taraweeh prayers. Special arrangements, including drinking water facilities, were provided in mosques to accommodate worshippers, including children. The beginning of Ramadan has brought a spiritual atmosphere across Muslim communities worldwide as they prepare for a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection.
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