North India Statesman
News India Live, Digital Desk: The happy month of Ramzan is in full swing in Bihar. Today, on 26th February, the fasting people have observed the eighth fast. Amidst the slight warmth in the weather, it is a matter of relief for the fasting people that the time of Iftar is increasing slightly in the evening, due to which more time is being available for worship. The administration has also made strict arrangements for security and cleanliness around the mosques.
Today’s time in major cities of Bihar (26 February 2026)
| City | Iftar today (26 Feb) | Tomorrow Sehri (27 Feb) |
|---|---|---|
| Patna | 05:49 pm | 04:58 AM |
| Muzaffarpur | 05:48 pm | 04:57 AM |
| Went | 05:50 PM | 05:00 AM |
| Bhagalpur | 05:43 pm | 04:52 AM |
| Purnia | 05:39 pm | 04:49 AM |
Detailed time-table of next 3 days (Muzaffarpur and Patna)
Rozadars can see the table given below for the accuracy of timings:
| Roza | date | Sehri (end) | Iftar (start) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 | 26 February (Thursday) | 04:58 AM | 05:49 pm |
| 09 | 27 February (Friday) | 04:57 AM | 05:50 pm |
| 10 | 28 February (Saturday) | 04:56 AM | 05:50 pm |
| 11 | 01 March (Sunday) | 04:55 AM | 05:51 pm |
Benefits of Ramadan: Why is the eighth fast special?
In Islam, the month of Ramadan is divided into three ‘Ashras’ (parts of 10 days each). first ashra ‘Rehmat’ Which is now towards its end. Regarding the eighth fast, the scholars say that this is the best time to collect the blessings of Allah and seek forgiveness for past sins.
Special arrangements in jails also
Special arrangements have been made for fasting prisoners in various jails of Bihar, such as Jehanabad Divisional Jail. The jail administration is providing them separate wards, waking them up on time for Sehri and dates, fruits and milk for Iftar.
