Non-Muslim residents in Qatar share experience in fasting during Ramadan

Doha, Qatar: As Qatar approaches the end of Ramadan, The Peninsula spoke to a few non Muslim residents who observe fasting during the holy month, desc...

Doha, Qatar: As Qatar approaches the end of Ramadan, The Peninsula spoke to a few non-Muslim residents who observe fasting during the holy month, describing the experience as a period of spiritual enrichment, a focus on well-being, and a sense of community. 

Some revealed that they have been fasting during Ramadan for years as their way of showing respect, while others found inspiration in practising self-reflection and gratitude. 

Much like in the case of Kuppusamy Manoharan, an Indian resident in Qatar, who said that the first time he fasted for Ramadan was in 1996, and has never failed to do so each year, except once when he was travelling. 

Speaking with The Peninsula, Manoharan recalled that his heartfelt relations with citizens and his Muslim friends were the turning point which brought him a new image of Ramadan. 

"I find the equality among mankind, helping the needy people, taking care of the dependents, respecting the elderly people, and dedication in prayer," he said.