Munich shines for Ramadan: starting shot for new lighting!

Munich shines for Ramadan: starting shot for new lighting!

München, Deutschland - It gets light in Munich - and not just because of the approaching Christmas season! The city has decided on a spectacular step that surprises many: from next year, the Islamic fasting month of Ramadan will be celebrated with special street lighting. Apollo News reported that the administrative and personnel committee of this project decided on December 11th. Exciting: The decision was made with the support of the Greens, SPD, Left and some smaller parties, while she was violent resistance from the CSU and the Bavaria Party. These speak of a disproportionate prioritization.

The planned lighting is intended to set a strong statement that stands for visibility and anti -Muslim racism. Stars, lanterns and semi -moons, as they are typical of the Ramadan, will illuminate the streets of Munich and symbolize the appreciation and acceptance of the Muslim community. According to the report of the independent group of experts, Muslim hostility, which serves as the basis, the lighting contributes to combating prejudices that many Muslims have to experience every day. The Muslim Council of Munich was pleased with the plans and sees it a sign of equality in society.

Ramadan lights in the Bavarian capital

After Frankfurt adorned the pedestrian zone with "Happy Ramadan" lettering in March 2024, Munich is following Munich. The lighting, inspired by traditions in Arab countries and Turkey, is intended to stage public space during the Ramadan. A clear step in dealing with current social discourses that often revolve around topics such as Islamophobia. While the Ramadan will take place from March 1 to 30, 2025, many Muslims are happy about this visible sign of integration.

criticism and future prospects

Despite all the joy, there are also critical voices. The BR emphasized that the lighting alone could not stop the growing anti -Muslim in society. The Muslim Council emphasized that the initiative should primarily be understood as a symbol and demanded increased, structural measures to combat discrimination in the education system and labor market.

The introduction of lighting is a first symbolic step, but the city of Munich wants to continue to work with the Munich Muslims in the future in order to take further measures for inclusion. The decision could be a fertile soil for future projects and discussions that serve the same purpose.