The month of prayers, month-e-Ramadan, has started. After the sighting of the moon in India on 18th February, fasting will start from 19th February. In this connection, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm wishes on the beginning of the holy month.

Posting on social media, PM Modi said, may this holy month further strengthen the spirit of unity, peace and brotherhood in our society. May there be peace and tranquility everywhere on this holy occasion of Ramzan. The country should continue to move forward on the path of progress.

Ramzan Mubarak!

May this auspicious month further the spirit of togetherness in our society. May there be peace and prosperity everywhere.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 18, 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi gave best wishes
Rahul Gandhi posted on social media and wished Ramzan. He wrote, Ramzan Mubarak! May this holy month bring peace, prosperity and good health to all.

Ramzan Mubarak!

May this pious month bring peace, prosperity and good health to everyone. pic.twitter.com/xRjpfhWQVv

—Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) February 18, 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister also gave best wishes
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said that today I heartily congratulate all of you on the happy beginning of the holy month of Ramadan. May you remain healthy and safe and complete your religious activities well in this holy month of Ramadan. We all are with you in fulfilling your good intentions and firm intentions in this blessed month.

Apple’s CEO also gave best wishes

Apple Company CEO Tim Cook has also extended best wishes for this holy month. Tim Cook wrote, ‘Happy Ramadan to all those celebrating this holy month around the world. May these be moments of reflection, supporting each other and happiness, Ramadan Mubarak!

The glow increased with the sight of the moon

The excitement has increased with the sighting of the moon in India on 18th February. There is a wave of immense enthusiasm and happiness in the Muslim community. In India, the moon of Ramadan was first seen in Bihar and Assam. As soon as the moon is visible, Taraweeh prayers have started being offered in the mosque. The first Roza will be observed on 19th February. People can be seen in the market buying Sehri and Iftar items. People of the community are also giving congratulatory messages to each other.