First fast of Ramadan 2026: What is Sehri Dua? Check its meaning, importance and daily fasting time

The holy month of Ramadan has started after the sighting of the moon on Tuesday. In India, Ramzan 2026 started on 19 February. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and is considered the holiest month for Muslims.

During this month, Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, perform additional prayers and focus on spiritual development and self-discipline. The month ends with the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, which is expected to occur around March 20 or 21, 2026.

When does Ramzan start?

Ramadan begins after the month of Shaban ends and the new crescent moon appears. After the sighting of the moon, Muslims all over the world start fasting.

Fasting during Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam and is a time of prayer, patience and gratitude.

Sehri Dua (Suhoor Dua) ​​for the first Roza.

Before starting the fast, Muslims wake up early in the morning for Suhoor (Suhur), which is the pre-dawn meal. Before starting the fast, they recite a special dua to make their intention (Niyah).

Sehri Dua:
“Wa bisawami ghadinna nawaiyatu min shahri ramadan, wahoulahu alaihi bikiyamihi, wahidhani bihurmatihi, wa’afini bi’afiyatihi, wa’ghafirli bi’ghuffranihi, ya Allah.”

Meaning:
“I intend to fast tomorrow in the month of Ramadan. O Allah, help me stand in prayer during it, protect me through its purity, grant me good health, and forgive me, O Allah.”

Why is Sehri Dua important?

Sehri is a meal eaten before sunrise and marks the beginning of the daily fast. By reciting this dua, a person clearly makes the intention to fast for the sake of Allah.

This prayer also asks:

power to complete fast

good health

Security

Forgiveness

It prepares the mind and heart for a day of devotion and patience.

Iftar Dua (Prayer for breaking the fast)

After fasting the whole day from dawn to sunset, Muslims break their fast at sunset. This meal is called Iftar. After eating they recite prayers to thank Allah.

Iftar Dua:
“Alhamdu lillahi aldhi ‘atmana wa’saqana, wa’ja’lana min almuslimin, wa’ghafir lana dhunubana, ya Allah.”

Meaning:
“All praise is due to Allah who fed us and gave us drink, made us among the Muslims and pardoned our sins, O Allah.”

Importance of Iftar Dua

Iftar is a special and peaceful moment after a long day of fasting. Iftar Dua expresses gratitude to Allah for providing food and strength.

It reminds believers:

be thankful

be polite

apologize

This prayer strengthens faith and creates a feeling of gratitude.

daily gratitude prayer

There is also a simple dua that can be recited daily after eating or drinking:

Supplication:
“Alhamdu lillahi aldhi ‘atmana wa’saqana, wa’ja’lana min almuslimin.”

Meaning:
“All praise is due to Allah who fed us, gave us water and made us Muslims.”

This short prayer helps a person to be grateful during Ramadan and every day thereafter.

Ramzan 2026: Sehri and Iftar timings in India

The expected Sehri and Iftar timings in India for Ramadan 2026 are as follows:-

(Note: Timings may vary slightly depending on the city.)

Ramadan is a month of patience, prayer and self-reflection. Every moment of fasting, from Sehri to Iftar, teaches discipline, gratitude and faith. Reciting duas for Sehri and Iftar helps Muslims start and end their fast with the right intentions and gratitude. As Ramadan 2026 continues, may this holy month bring peace, forgiveness, good health and blessings to all who observe it.

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