The Municipality of Edirne has taken a great step in its service to the public by announcing good news: the “Askıda İftar” initiative, which will support many citizens’ budgets throughout the month of Ramadan.
The “Askıda İftar” initiative was announced by Mayor Av. Filiz Gencan Akın, who also shared that the cost per person for the iftar meals at Kent Lokantası has been set at 80 TL. The daily capacity at this location is limited to 150 people.
Citizens who wish to support the “Askıda İftar” initiative can call the number 0 (536) 742 50 56 for detailed information and learn how they can contribute.
Mayor Akın to Sponsor the First Iftar
Mayor Akın announced that she would sponsor the first iftar of Ramadan, which will be suspended at Kent Lokantası. She shared the following: “We are here to bring abundance to our tables and hope to our hearts during this blessed month. We will stand by our fellow citizens throughout Ramadan, ensuring that they do not feel alone and experience the power of solidarity.”
According to Mayor Akın, the goal is to support many families struggling with the high cost of living throughout Ramadan.
Mayor Akın’s Ramadan Wishes
On the eve of Ramadan, Mayor Akın extended her wishes for health, peace, and happiness to all Edirne residents. She stated that she would continue to maintain close relations with the public and always stand by the people of Edirne.
ASKIDA IFTAR: Bread on a Hook/Hanger or in this case “IFTAR (meal) on a hanger“
This is an ancient Ottoman tradition inspired by Islam and still practised in Turkey today. It’s called ‘Askida Ekmek’ which means ‘Hanging Bread’. People give money to a local bakery or pay extra for the bread they purchase so the baker can bake extra bread and offer this to the needy without charge.
The donation of ‘ekmek’ (bread) ensures no one goes to bed hungry. This tradition has special importance in Turkey because in Islamic belief the preservation of life is sacred and bread sustains life.
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