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Mufti Muneeb stated that Kaffara paid by Muslims for breaking a fast without a valid reason.

Ramadan 2024: Fidya & Fitrana amount in Pakistan announced. Renowned religious figure Mufti Muneebur Rehman has unveiled the Fidya and Fitrana amounts for Ramadan 2024 in Pakistan.

Fidya serves as compensation for Muslims who are unable to fast due to health, travel, or other reasons, as observing all 30 fasts during the holy month is compulsory for all believers. Here is the breakdown of the Fidya amounts for this year:

Fidya Amount in Pakistan for 2024 

Fidya Amount2024WheatBarleyDatesRaisins
Rs300 per rozaRs600 per rozaRs2,400 per rozaRs4,400 per roza
Rs9000 for 30 fastsRs18,000 for 30 fastsRs72,000 for 30 fastsRs132,000 for 30 fasts

Affluent Muslims can pay more than the fixed amount.

Fitrana Amount in Pakistan for 2024

Fitrana Amount2024WheatBarleyDatesRaisins 
Rs300 per personRs600 per personRs2,400 per personRs4,400 per person

Kafara Amount in Pakistan for 2024

Mufti Muneeb stated that Kaffara paid by Muslims for breaking a fast without a valid reason. According to Islamic guidelines, Kaffara entails feeding two meals to 60 deserving individuals. The expenses vary: Rs18,000 for two kilograms of wheat flour, Rs36,000 for four kilograms of barley, Rs144,000 for four kilograms of dates, and Rs264,000 for four kilograms of raisins.

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