Ramadan 2023: Ramadan date in India, Ramadan expected starting date in UAE, Dubai, Pakistan and other countries

Updated on: Mar 23, 2023, 07:18:51 IST

By Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

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Ramadan 2023: In India, Ramadan will start on March 22 evening and end on April 21. Check out the dates in India, UAE, Dubai, Pakistan and other countries.

The most auspicious time of the year is almost here. Every year, Ramadan, also known as Ramzan or Ramazan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is celebrated by Muslims with much pomp and grandeur. This holy period is marked as the month of hope, prayers, fasting, reflection and community. People of the Islamic faith let go of worldly pleasures, extravagant behaviour and spending during this month. They observe fast or Roza along with their friends and family. During this time, people wake up early to eat Suhoor or Sehri. Then, till sunset, they do not eat or drink anything. They break their fast by eating dates and drinking water. This ritual is followed by Iftar, a meal that includes all sorts of delicacies.

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This year, Ramadan in India is expected to begin on evening of March 22, 2023, after the sighting of the moon over Mecca. Ramadan will end on Friday, April 21, 2023, and Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on Saturday, April 22, 2023. However, the dates for each country may vary. Check out the expected starting date of Ramadan for countries like UAE, Dubai, Pakistan and more below. (Note: Final dates will be confirmed according to the moon sighting.)

Ramadan expected date in UAE, Dubai, Pakistan and other countries:

Saudi Arabia

In Saudi Arabia, Ramadan is expected to begin on March 23, followed by Eid-ul-Fitr on April 21.

Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Ramadan in Dubai and Abu Dhabi will begin on March 23.

Pakistan

In Pakistan, Ramadan will be observed on March 22 evening.

Indonesia

In Indonesia, Ramadan will begin on March 22, 2023, and Eid-ul-Fitr on April 21, 2023.

Kuwait

In Kuwait, Ramadan is expected to start on March 23, 2023, followed by the Eid-ul-Fitr on April 21, 2023.

Lebanon

In Lebanon, Ramadan will start on March 23, and Eid-ul-Fitr will be observed on April 21.

Maldives

Ramadan will begin on March 23 in the Maldives. Eid-ul-Fitr will fall on April 21.

Morocco

Ramadan is expected to begin on March 23 in Morocco, followed by Eid-ul-Fitr on April 21.

Qatar

In Qatar, Ramadan starts on March 23.

South Africa

Ramadan is expected to begin on March 22 in South Africa.

Turkey

In Turkey, March 23 is the expected date for Ramadan. Eid-ul-Fitr will fall on April 21.

Meanwhile, the International Union for Astronomy and Space Sciences UAE has announced that Ramadan will fall on Thursday, March 23.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Krishna Pallavi Priya
Krishna Priya Pallavi is a journalist with over 9 years of experience, covering health, fashion, pop culture, travel, wellness, entertainment, festivals, mental health, art, decor, fitness, and sex and relationships. She is an alumna of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Dhenkanal, and holds an undergraduate degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi. Her strong academic foundation informs her analytical and detail-oriented approach to storytelling, helping her uncover stories where none seem to exist. Before joining Hindustan Times, Pallavi worked with some of India’s leading media organisations. She spent close to three years at India Today, where she honed her newsroom skills and developed a sharp editorial sensibility. She also worked for over a year and a half at Vagabomb, ScoopWhoop’s feminist digital platform, where she explored stories through a gender-sensitive, socially aware lens. Pallavi has a deep interest in global fashion trends and international fashion seasons, and enjoys interviewing celebrities and tracking pop culture movements—interests that frequently translate into engaging, reader-friendly stories. Alongside lifestyle and entertainment, she has a keen eye for impactful health and wellness journalism, regularly interacting with doctors, designers, and digital content creators to bring nuance and credibility to her work. Born and raised in Haryana, Pallavi remains deeply connected to her ancestral roots in Odisha. Her ability to spot fresh angles brings curiosity and depth to stories she pursues. When not chasing deadlines, she enjoys spending time with her dog, planning her next vacation, reading, running new trails, and discovering new destinations.Read More

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