ISLAMABAD
\nAs the holy month of Ramazan continues, the country is witnessing a hustle and bustle like never before, with the streets filled with people rushing to prepare for their fasts, while shopkeepers are working tirelessly to meet the demand for traditional Ramazan delicacies.
\nA report aired by PTV News highlighted the festive atmosphere in cities across the country, including Islamabad and Rawalpindi.\u201dThe streets are filled with the sweet scent of traditional Ramazan treats like samosas, pakoras and dates,\u201d said the report.
\n\u201cPeople are rushing to buy these delicacies to break their fasts in the evening, Shopkeepers commented, adding, it is a mad dash in the evenings, but we are happy to serve the community during this blessed month.\u201d Citizens were also enthusiastic about the festive atmosphere, saying, \u201cRamazan is a time of great joy and spiritual growth.
\nWe look forward to the sehri and iftar gatherings with our families and friends.\u201d Sehri, the pre-dawn meal, is a special time for families to come together and prepare for the day\u2019s fast, said a citizen. The cities are also witnessing a surge in charity food distributions, with many organizations and individuals setting up iftar camps to feed the poor and needy, said a youngster in Islamabad.
\nMosques are also bustling with activity, as people gather for taraweeh prayers and other Ramazan-related events. Overall, the country is filled with a sense of festivity and spirituality during this blessed month.
\nAs one citizen put it, \u201cRamazan is a time of great blessings and mercy. We are grateful to be able to observe this holy month with such enthusiasm and devotion.
\nMany restaurants are also capitalizing on the festive atmosphere, offering special iftar deals that are attracting large crowds, said a worker in Lahore Anarkali Bazaar. \u201cWe are offering a special iftar buffet with over 20 traditional dishes,\u201d said the manager of a local restaurant, whose banner advertising the deal is displayed prominently outside\u201d.
\n\u201cIt is been a huge hit so far, with many families and friends gathering here to break their fasts together.\u201d Another restaurant owner added, \u201cWe are offering a discount on our iftar deals for large groups, and it\u2019s been a great way to attract more customers during this blessed month.\u201d
\nWomen are also seen busy in preparations for special iftar and sehri meals, shopping for ingredients and cooking traditional dishes for their families.
\n\u201cI love this time of year,\u201d said one woman, \u201cit is a time for family and friends to come together and share in the blessings of Ramazan.\u201d Meanwhile, children are also enthusiastically celebrating the holy month by participating in \u201cRoza Kushaye\u201d events. These gatherings, which translate to \u201cbreaking the fast\u201d parties, are a fun way for kids to learn about the importance of Ramazan and the value of fasting.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
ISLAMABAD As the holy month of Ramazan continues, the country is witnessing a hustle and bustle like never before, with the streets filled with people rushing to prepare for their fasts, while shopkeepers are working tirelessly to meet the demand for traditional Ramazan delicacies. A report aired by PTV News highlighted the festive atmosphere in […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-466100","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","6":"category-top-news"},"yoast_head":"\n