Ramadan 2026: Sehri and Iftar timings for March 9, Monday, in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Lucknow

Ramadan 2026 is being observed across India with prayers, fasting and reflection. Here are the Sehri and Iftar timings for March 9 in major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Lucknow and Hyderabad.

Anjali Thakur
Updated8 Mar 2026, 07:26 PM IST
A boy arranges fruits for Iftar, a meal taken at sunset to break fast during Ramadan, in Ahmedabad.
A boy arranges fruits for Iftar, a meal taken at sunset to break fast during Ramadan, in Ahmedabad.(PTI)

Ramadan 2026 is currently being observed by Muslims across India, with devotees observing daily fasts, offering prayers and engaging in acts of charity and reflection throughout the holy month. One of the most searched topics during this period is the Sehri and Iftar timetable, which helps people plan their fast from dawn until sunset.

According to the Islamic lunar calendar, Ramadan 2026 in India began on February 19, subject to the sighting of the crescent moon. The holy month is expected to conclude with Eid ul-Fitr, which may be celebrated on March 20 or March 21, depending on the moon sighting.

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Significance Of Ramadan

Ramadan, also known as Ramzan, is regarded as the most sacred month in Islam. During this time, Muslims focus on prayer, fasting, charity and spiritual reflection. Observing daily prayers, practicing patience and avoiding harmful habits form an essential part of the month.

Fasting during Ramadan is believed to strengthen both physical endurance and spiritual discipline, while also reminding people to show compassion toward those less fortunate.

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What Is Roza?

Roza refers to the act of fasting from dawn until sunset. During this period, Muslims abstain from food, water and other physical needs. Despite long hours and challenging weather conditions in some regions, the fast is observed with devotion and sincerity.

What Is Sehri?

Sehri, also known as Suhoor, is the meal eaten before dawn prior to the start of the daily fast. People wake up early in the morning to eat and drink so that they can sustain themselves throughout the day. A balanced Sehri meal helps maintain energy during the fasting hours.

What Is Iftar?

Iftar is the meal with which Muslims break their fast at sunset. Families often gather to pray and share food together. Traditionally, the fast is opened with dates and water, followed by a full meal.

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Ramadan 2026: Sehri And Iftar Timings For March 9

Here are the city-wise Sehri and Iftar timings for March 9, according to Islamic Finder:

Delhi

  • Sehri time: 05:19 AM
  • Iftar time: 06:27 PM

Lucknow

  • Sehri time: 05:05 AM
  • Iftar time: 6:13 PM

Hyderabad

  • Sehri time: 05:16 AM
  • Iftar time: 06:26 PM

Mumbai

  • Sehri time: 05:39 AM
  • Iftar time: 06:47 PM

Timings for Sehri and Iftar change slightly each day as they depend on the sunrise and sunset schedule, which varies across cities. There may also be minor differences in fasting timings followed by different communities, such as Sunni and Shia, usually varying by a few minutes.

About the Author

Anjali Thakur is a Senior Assistant Editor with Mint, reporting on trending news, entertainment and health, with a focus on stories driving digital conversations. Her work involves spotting early signals across news cycles and social media, sharpening stories for SEO and Google Discover, and mentoring young editors in digital-first newsroom practices. She is known for turning fast-moving developments—whether news-driven or culture-led—into clear, tightly edited journalism without compromising editorial rigour.<br><br> Before joining Mint, she was Deputy News Editor at NDTV.com, where she led the Trending section and covered viral news, breaking developments and human-interest stories. She has also worked as Chief Sub-Editor at India.com (Zee Media) and as Senior Correspondent with Exchange4media and Hindustan Times’ HT City, reporting on media, advertising, entertainment, health, lifestyle and popular culture.<br><br> Anjali holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Miranda House, and is currently pursuing an MBA, strengthening her understanding of business strategy and digital media economics. Her writing balances newsroom discipline with a clear instinct for what resonates with readers.

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