Ramadan is not uniformly observed globally — the start date can vary by country or even be different mosque to mosque in the same city for a variety of reasons. But it all starts with a sighting of the crescent moon.

February 28 marks the 29th of Shaban. If the moon is sighted today, the first Roza will be on March 1; otherwise, fasting will begin on March 2.

Kozhikode: Muslims in Kerala will begin their fasts for the holy month of Ramadan starting on Sunday, following the sighting of the crescent moon on Saturday, which marks the commencement of the fasting period. The moon was visible in areas such as Ponnani in Malappuram and Kadalundi in Kozhikode, according to reports from various Qazis.